2004 SUZUKI AERIO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
21
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO
The 2004 SUZUKI AERIO has received a total of 21 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Tires (5 complaints), Power Train (2 complaints), and Suspensionrear (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO, potentially affecting up to 14,251 vehicles.
Recall 07V307000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
| 14,251 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO
21 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspensionrear | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System12v24v48v Battery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingtail Lights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirestreadbelt | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
THE 'PARKING' TRANSMISSION. I REALLY SCARY WHIT THIS CAR. I PUT THE CAR IN PARKING AND HE GO IN REVERSE AND HIT ME.
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
TAKATA RECALL GEAR SHIFT CABLE IMPROPER SHAPE OF THE CLIP. RECALL AUG,13,2007
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
Safety Rating for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
0206284 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
LEFT DRIVE SHAFT POPS OUT OF FINAL DRIVE AERIO MANUAL TRANSMISSION. *MJ
0306304 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT. *TT
0304145 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTION OF ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. *EH
0405175 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. 2002-2005 SUZUKI AERO-RH420/RH423 *SC
0211225 — TIRES
ABNORMAL REAR TIRE WEAR. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2004 SUZUKI AERIO
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the SUZUKI AERIO
- 2002 SUZUKI AERIO — 19 complaints
- 2003 SUZUKI AERIO — 42 complaints
- 2004 SUZUKI AERIO (current)
- 2005 SUZUKI AERIO — 26 complaints
- 2006 SUZUKI AERIO — 33 complaints
- 2007 SUZUKI AERIO — 4 complaints
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