The most-reported Verona run is KL5VJ52L24B (2004 builds) with 13 complaints, 3.4× the typical run. Engine and engine cooling problems make up 30% of reports; 2004 is the worst model year at 5 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for Verona model years 2004–2006.
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 Verona has 47 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 28% of every Verona complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL5VJ52L24B•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| KL5VJ52L44B•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| KL5VJ52L64B•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — | |
| KL5VM52L54B•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — | |
| KL5VM52L24B•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| KL5VJ52L34B•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| KL5VJ56LX5B•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| KL5VJ52L04B•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| KL5VM52L74B•••••• | 2004 | — | — | |
| KL5VJ56L35B•••••• | 2005 | — | 1 | |
| KL5VM52L64B•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — | |
| KL5VM52L44B•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 35 Verona runs has 6 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 Verona the gap between build years is 5×: a 2004 car draws 5 complaints per run, a 2006 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 | 5 | — | |
| 2005 | 48 | 18 | 2 | |
| 2004 | 125 | 25 | 6 |
Heaviest year here is 2004 at 5 complaints per run; lightest is 2006 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 30% of everything Suzuki Verona owners report: Engine And Engine Cooling, 62 of 178 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2 | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Fuel System | — | 1 | |
| Gasoline | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | — | |
| Air Bags | 4 | — | |
| Service Brakes | — | 1 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the Suzuki Verona; the 6 below cover build years 2004 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 14V363000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 2004–2006 |
| 05V507000 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump | 2005–2006 |
| 03V426000 | Air Bags:frontal | 2004 |
| 04V396000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery | 2004 |
| 03V333000 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 2004 |
| 05V022000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 2004 |
14V363000 was opened in 2014 on cars built from 2004: 10 years on the road before the recall.
The Verona against its rivals
The Verona draws 3.8 complaints per production run; the Chevrolet Monte Carlo 3.7, the Buick Century 2.7 and the BMW 550i 1.8. That is the highest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Verona | 178 | 47 | 4.5% | |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1,689 | 454 | 6.5% | |
| Buick Century | 1,348 | 494 | 7.9% | |
| BMW 550i | 134 | 75 | 0.7% |
How serious were they
Of the 178 reports on the Suzuki Verona, 4.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Suzuki Verona | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 178 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 8 (4.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 4 (2.2%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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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 Verona share of that is 178 complaints over 47 runs, 0.02% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Suzuki Verona VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 178 NHTSA complaints from 47 Verona runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Verona production run has the most complaints?
KL5VJ52L24B, a 2004 build, with 13 complaints. The typical Verona run has 3.8.
Which Verona years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2004 is heaviest at 5 complaints per run and 2006 lightest at 1.
Does the Verona get more complaints than the Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Yes: 3.8 complaints per production run for the Verona against 3.7 for the Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
How many Verona complaints involve a crash?
4.5% of 178 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 4 involved a fire.
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