Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 Suzuki Forenza
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Suzuki Forenza has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 256 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14V262000 Headlamp Switch or DRL Module Overheating NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V315000 FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 129 complaints
- Electrical System 51 complaints
- Air Bags 37 complaints
- Engine 24 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 20 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 17 complaints
Of the 256 complaints on file, 12 report a crash and 25 a fire; across all 256 complaints, owners report 10 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2007 Suzuki Forenza displayed moderate issues, notably with the power train and electrical system, which accounted for the majority of the 256 owner complaints submitted. The two recalls related to headlight and seat belt safety issues indicate some concerns but are not overly frequent considering the vehicle's age. Overall, data suggests a cautiously below-average reliability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 70,000–100,000 miles | $1,500–$2,500 | very common |
| Electrical system | 60,000–90,000 miles | $300–$800 | common |
| Air bags | 80,000–110,000 miles | $800–$1,300 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacements
- Tire rotations
- Transmission fluid changes
- Coolant system flushes
- Battery inspections
- Air filter replacements
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Delayed gear shifting
- Frequent light bulb replacements
- Erratic electrical behavior
- Airbag warning lights
- Clunking noises from engine
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Suzuki Forenza at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.