The most-reported Aerio run is JS2RC61H755 (2005 builds) with 3 complaints, 2.3× the typical run. Service brakes problems make up 20% of reports; 2003 is the worst model year at 1.7 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for Aerio model years 2002–2006.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Suzuki Aerio has 69 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 14% of every Aerio complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JS2RC61H755•••••• | 2005 | 1 | 1 | |
| JS2RD41HX35•••••• | 2003 | — | — | |
| JS2RA41S535•••••• | 2003 | — | — | |
| JS2RA61S145•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| JS2RA41S325•••••• | 2002 | — | — | |
| JS2RB61S345•••••• | 2004 | 2 | — | |
| JS2RA41S335•••••• | 2003 | — | — | |
| JS2RC41H535•••••• | 2003 | — | — | |
| JS2RA41S435•••••• | 2003 | — | — | |
| JS2RC41H835•••••• | 2003 | — | — | |
| JS2RA41S935•••••• | 2003 | 1 | — | |
| JS2RA41S035•••••• | 2003 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 57 Aerio runs has 2 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Suzuki Aerio the gap between build years is 1.5×: a 2003 car draws 1.7 complaints per run, a 2002 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 24 | 21 | — | |
| 2005 | 17 | 14 | 2 | |
| 2004 | 12 | 10 | 3 | |
| 2003 | 24 | 14 | 2 | |
| 2002 | 9 | 8 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 2003 at 1.7 complaints per run; lightest is 2002 at 1.1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 20% of everything Suzuki Aerio owners report: Service Brakes, 17 of 88 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Suspension | 3 | — | |
| Tires | 2 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | 1 | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Air Bags | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on the Suzuki Aerio; the 2 below cover build years 2002 to 2006. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 07V307000 | Power Train:manual Transmission | 2002–2006 |
| 03V223000 | Visibility:windshield | 2002–2003 |
07V307000 was opened in 2007 on cars built from 2002: 5 years on the road before the recall.
The Aerio against its rivals
The Aerio draws 1.3 complaints per production run; the BMW 328i 2.4 and the BMW 330i 3.4. That is the lowest rate of the 3.
How serious were they
Of the 88 reports on the Suzuki Aerio, 9.1% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Suzuki Aerio | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 88 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 8 (9.1%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 3 (3.4%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 11 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 57% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Suzuki Aerio share of that is 88 complaints over 69 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Suzuki Aerio VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 88 NHTSA complaints from 69 Aerio runs and 2 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Aerio production run has the most complaints?
JS2RC61H755, a 2005 build, with 3 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Aerio run has 1.3.
Which Aerio years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2003 is heaviest at 1.7 complaints per run and 2002 lightest at 1.1.
Does the Aerio get more complaints than the BMW 328i?
No: 1.3 complaints per production run for the Aerio against 2.4 for the BMW 328i.
How many Aerio complaints involve a crash?
9.1% of 88 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 3 involved a fire.
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