2006 Suzuki Aerio Premium
JS2RA62S265300694
Vehicle history report for the 2006 Suzuki Aerio Premium (VIN JS2RA62S265300694). Blue, sedan/saloon, 2.3L 4-cyl, gasoline. 138,409 mi reported. Registered in Pr. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN JS2RA62S265300694
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 1
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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.
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.
NHTSA Campaign #07V307000 · 15/07/2007We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Suzuki Aerio, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 27
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
GEAR SHIFT WILL NOT CHANGE ALL THE TIME. HAVE TO SIT AND WAIT FOR POSSIBLE CHANGE. UNTIL IT STOPS ALL TOGETHER
NHTSA ODI #10651217AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI AERIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BECAME ABNORMALLY TIGHT AND CAUSED WELTS TO THE PASSENGER'S NECK. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY AND A MESSAGE THAT INDICATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS DEACTI…
1 injured · NHTSA ODI #10615902AIR BAGS
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE NEW IN 2006. DEALER REFUSES TO REPAIR, NO WARRANTY TO COVER DEFECTS. THOUGHT THAT THIS PROBLEM WERE ISOLATED, BUT IS VERY WIDE SPREAD. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10605177VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI AERIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE RPMS AND THE SPEED TO INCREASE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE DEFECT RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE DE…
NHTSA ODI #10583910AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE 'PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF' LIGHT WILL NOT TURN ON. I SEE THERE ARE SIMILAR PROBLEMS IN OTHER MODELS FROM SUZUKI. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10521225VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI AERIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE INCREASED ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN AFTER APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL NUMEROUS TIMES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMAINED IN A STUCK POSITION. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR INTO NEUTRAL IN ORDER TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE…
NHTSA ODI #10486219AIR BAGS
AIR BAG LIGHT ON DASHBOARD STAYS ON;WHEN REPORTED TO DEALERSHIP,I WAS ADVISED THAT THIS INDICATES"AIR BAGS WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT";DEALERSHIP(SUZUKI COURTESY IN PITTSBURGH PA)REJECTS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR DEFECT AND WOULD NOT TAKE CARE OF THIS ISSUE FREE OF CHARGE); NEVER HAD ANY ACCIDENTS WITH CAR,BUT IF "AIR BAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY"STATEMEN…
NHTSA ODI #10436298ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI AERIO. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE; AFTER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHICH THE CONTACT NOTICED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC WHO RECOMMENDED THAT THE ENGINE AREA BE CLEANED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 30,000.
NHTSA ODI #10371936+ 19 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN JS2RA62S265300694 valid?
JS2RA62S265300694 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Does the 2006 Suzuki Aerio have any open safety recalls?
Yes — 1 open NHTSA safety recall is on record for the 2006 Suzuki Aerio. Recall repairs are carried out free by any franchised dealer; see the recall details above.
What fuel economy does the 2006 Suzuki Aerio get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Suzuki Aerio at about 24 mpg combined (22 city / 28 highway).
Data last checked 28 Aug 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.