2004 Suzuki Aerio
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2004 Suzuki Aerio. Newest first.
On certain vehicles equipped with 5-speed manual transmissions, due to improper shape of the clip, the retaining clip that keeps the gear shift cable attached to the gear shift lever can contact the gear shift lever housing if excessive lateral force IS applied when shifting to first gear.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Repeated shifting in this manner can eventually cause the retaining clip to break. if the retaining clip breaks, the shift cable can become disconnected from the shift lever, resulting in loss of the ability to change transmission gears.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the gear shift cable retaining clip with a clip that has a different shape. the recall began on august 13, 2007. owners may contact american suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Owner complaints
14 complaints3 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
The contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Aerio. The contact stated that the gear shifter was loose. The gear shifter was shifted, but the vehicle failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 220,886.
- Power train
The 'parking' transmission. I really scary whit this car. I put the car in parking and he go in reverse and hit me.
- Unknown or other
Tech. Advised replace the gear shift cable improper (shape) of clip. recall aug. 13, 2007. filed wrong vin number originally given #11109578 7/5/18
- Electronic stability control (esc)
Takata recall gear shift cable improper shape of the clip. Recall aug,13,2007
- Equipment
My 2004 suzuki aerio sx's gas pedal will become trapped under the floormat if it's pressed to the floor. I've had this looked at by my dealer and I was told it was fixed. nope, still does it. the problem IS the retaining pin for the drivers floor mat IS poorly made and doesn't keep the floormat in place allowing it to slide forward and jam the pedal down. very exciting.*tr
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki aerio. while driving approximately 40 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle hesitated. the vehicle would not restart. the wal-mart mechanic stated that the battery expanded and could explode. he tested the battery and stated that it was…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki aerio. while driving approximately 40 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle hesitated. the vehicle would not restart. the wal-mart mechanic stated that the battery expanded and could explode. he tested the battery and stated that it was defective. the mechanic replaced the battery and stated that the cranks tested at 300, but should have been at 750. the engine light no longer illuminated when the battery was replaced. the contact paid $76 for the replacement and stated that the battery should last seven years. the current and failure mileages were 55,000.
- Tires
I own a 2004 suzuki aerio AWD. the car seemed on the brink of hydroplaning at low rates of speed. at 14,000 miles the rear tires were completely bald and I purchased 4 new tires. the dealership attributed this to lack of rotation. local tire shops stated this IS a common problem with this model…
I own a 2004 suzuki aerio AWD. the car seemed on the brink of hydroplaning at low rates of speed. at 14,000 miles the rear tires were completely bald and I purchased 4 new tires. the dealership attributed this to lack of rotation. local tire shops stated this IS a common problem with this model car. a full alignment was performed and regular rotation recommended. I had the car aligned and tires rotated every 5,00 miles. again, I purchased 4 new tires at 42,000 miles after sliding off the road at a low rate of speed (less than 10 mph) and into a curb. the conditions were slippery and snowy. at 50,000 miles, I had my car inspected and a tire IS starting to wear on the outside rim at an unusual rate. this compromises the belt and traction of the tires. this car IS a major hazard because it may not even able to go 12 months between inspections or 3 months between oil changes without tires going bald or blowing out. there has to be a design flaw causing the tires to wear at unusually high rates: either the tire size or surrounding structures. I contacted the manufacturer and they were not able to provide a solution. I would have purchased a safer car but cannot financially do so at this time. the car has not had any other problems accept a few cosmetic issues. please review this claim. *tr
- Exterior lighting › Tail lights · Seat belts · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Suspension · Tires · Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior · Visibility › Windshield
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki aerio. the contact placed brand new rear tires on the vehicle because the alignment failed at 14,000 miles. the dealer stated that the tire failure was caused by the factory improperly aligning the vehicle's rear end. currently, the contact needs to have the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki aerio. the contact placed brand new rear tires on the vehicle because the alignment failed at 14,000 miles. the dealer stated that the tire failure was caused by the factory improperly aligning the vehicle's rear end. currently, the contact needs to have the front tires and bushings replaced for the same failure. the engine size was unknown. the current mileage IS 18,000 and failure mileage was 14,000. the consumer provided copies of the repair invoices. The dealer stated the vehicle passenger and driver mirrors are loose, tail light has moisture, windshields leak, tires are knotted and click, passenger has to hold seatbelt, and popping noise when brakes are applied. Updated 06/15/07 *tr
- Suspension › Rear · Tires › Tread/belt
TL*- contact bought the 2004 suzuki aerio in march 2004, and at the time of the purchase the vehicle had yokohama tires. at 12,000 miles all 4 tires had to be replaced because the tread was wearing out. the contact thought that the tires were faulty so she replaced them with 4 new michelin…
TL*- contact bought the 2004 suzuki aerio in march 2004, and at the time of the purchase the vehicle had yokohama tires. at 12,000 miles all 4 tires had to be replaced because the tread was wearing out. the contact thought that the tires were faulty so she replaced them with 4 new michelin tires. at 14,000 miles the tread was wearing out on all 4 tires. the contact took vehicle to the dealership, and they stated that the vehicle needed a rear alignment, and that they would also replace all the tires. they replaced all 4 tires with michelin tires, and at 12,000 miles the contact took ehicle to the dealership, and they stated that both rear tires needed to be replaced. The current mileage was 48000.*ak
- Tires
My rear alignment IS off so in october of 2005 I took it in to get fixed as my rear tires appeared to be wearing at an unusual rate and pattern. problem was said to be in some suzuki aerio's but was said to be fixed. the specs were off and had to be reset and rear tires warranted. on january 5TH…
My rear alignment IS off so in october of 2005 I took it in to get fixed as my rear tires appeared to be wearing at an unusual rate and pattern. problem was said to be in some suzuki aerio's but was said to be fixed. the specs were off and had to be reset and rear tires warranted. on january 5TH I took car in to get oil changed and rotation of tires. they would not rotate as back tires were worn and they told me to take it back where I got it fixed the previous time. on january 20TH rear alignment fixed again and this time they had to bend something (a strut ?) in order to get the specs right on the car. I went off the road when I returned home and went into a ditch. no damage. then on january 31TH new tires put on the front and old ones rotated to the back. the old ones were from october and were in excellent condition per suzuki dealership. the tires are again worn to the point of unsafe. I can not drive on dry roads without having a problem. this has become a safety defect and the only way to correct it IS for me to buy new tires every month. the tires worn down completely from excellent to should not be driving on them in 2,000 miles and just over a month. *jb
- Tires
I purchased my aerio oct 2004 and now march 2006 have had to replace all 4 tires 3 times this has been costly we have had it realigned several times and re-balanced but the tires still wear rapidly. *Jb
- Suspension › Rear
2004 suzuki aerio tires are suffering from premature wear. *mr the consumer was writing on the behalf of her mother. the rear toe on the vehicle had been adjusted. the problem may due to a manufacturing and or engineering defect. tsb#0304145 the consumer requested reimbursement for the expenses associated with the defect. *sc *jb
- Tires
I had the tires inspected less than 3 weeks ago when I had my oil changed. no major tread wear and they passed site inspection. I was exiting a construction zone going 35 mph when the rear drivers side tire blew out. by the time I was able to safely leave the road there was nothing left of the…
I had the tires inspected less than 3 weeks ago when I had my oil changed. no major tread wear and they passed site inspection. I was exiting a construction zone going 35 mph when the rear drivers side tire blew out. by the time I was able to safely leave the road there was nothing left of the tire and I was driving on the rim. on inspection after tire was changed the passenger side rear tire was completely bald also and down to the threads
- Vehicle speed control
While driving at any speed vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Driver applied the brakes and the vehicle continued to accelerate. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem at this time. *Ak *bf *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10216558Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
- 10152052This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming separated from the suspension lower arm.
- 10028704Suzuki: parts list for repairing manual transaxle 5TH gear concerns such as popping out of gear while driving. Worn or failed 5TH gear synchronizer, 5TH gear, and related parts.
- 10018529Abnormal rear tire wear.
- 10015941Driver and/or passenger side mirror loose. Suzuki aerio (rh420/rh423)
- 10015909Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. 2002-2005 suzuki aero-rh420/rh423
- 10014812Service manual correction of alignment specifications.
- 10008459Alternator replacement.
- 10008453Left drive shaft pops out of final drive aerio manual transmission.
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