The most-reported Reno run is KL5JD66Z46K (2006 builds) with 8 complaints, 2.9× the typical run. Power train problems make up 28% of reports; 2006 is the worst model year at 3.8 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Reno model years 2005–2008.
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 Reno has 44 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 29% of every Reno complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL5JD66Z46K•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z07K•••••• | 2007 | — | 1 | |
| KL5JD66Z57K•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z47K•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z36K•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z76K•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — | |
| KL5JD66Z86K•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z26K•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z16K•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| KL5JD66ZX6K•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| KL5JD66Z56K•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| KL5JD66Z45K•••••• | 2005 | — | — |
Each of the other 32 Reno runs has 4 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 Reno the gap between build years is 2.1×: a 2006 car draws 3.8 complaints per run, a 2008 one 1.8.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 16 | 9 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 33 | 10 | — | |
| 2006 | 53 | 14 | 3 | |
| 2005 | 23 | 12 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 2006 at 3.8 complaints per run; lightest is 2008 at 1.8.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 28% of everything Suzuki Reno owners report: Power Train, 43 of 125 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Air Bags | 2 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3 | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | — | |
| Engine | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | — | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Suzuki Reno; the 4 below cover build years 2005 to 2008. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 14V262000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 2005–2008 |
| 07V315000 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 2006–2007 |
| 12V397000 | Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash | 2005–2006 |
| 07V452000 | Exterior Lighting | 2005–2006 |
14V262000 was opened in 2014 on cars built from 2005: 9 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 125 reports on the Suzuki Reno, 4.8% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Suzuki Reno | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 125 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 6 (4.8%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 5 (4%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
You know what it is. Find out what it's worth.
- Exact value for this VIN, adjusted for mileage
- The original window sticker and factory options
- Full research report as a PDF you can hand to a mechanic
- Decode a whole list of VINs at once
- No ads, no tracking — and much more
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 Reno share of that is 125 complaints over 44 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Suzuki Reno VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 125 NHTSA complaints from 44 Reno runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Reno production run has the most complaints?
KL5JD66Z46K, a 2006 build, with 8 complaints. The typical Reno run has 2.8.
Which Reno years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2006 is heaviest at 3.8 complaints per run and 2008 lightest at 1.8.
How many Reno complaints involve a crash?
4.8% of 125 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 5 involved a fire.
Mark ForCar as a preferred source and our data shows up first in your Google results. One click, no account.