2005 Suzuki Aerio SX
JS2RC61H855302643
Vehicle history report for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio SX (VIN JS2RC61H855302643). Beige, hatchback/liftback/notchback, 2.3L 4-cyl, gasoline. 105,504 mi reported. Registered in Pr. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN JS2RC61H855302643
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 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 3 involved a crash 🔥 3 involved a fire 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 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.
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 22
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI AERIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN BOTH AXLES FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DECIDED TO REPLACE THE TIE ROD, FRONT SUSPENSION, THE DRIVE SHAFT AND THE ENTIRE FRONT AXLE SYSTEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS REP…
NHTSA ODI #10481524ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI AERIO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE. ANOTHER INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHICH INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD OVERHEATED. THE CONTACT ADDED WATER TO THE RADIATOR. AFTER ADDING THE WATER, A WHITE CLOUD OF SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZE…
NHTSA ODI #10379666TIRES
2005 SUZUKI AERIO SX, UNIT 1 TIRE BLEW OUT. UNIT 1 MOVED INTO RIGHT LANE STRIKING UNIT 2. UNIT 1 DROVE OFF THE LEFT SIDE STRIKING THE MEDIAN BARRIER BOUNCED OFF THAT INTO THE RIGHT SIDE STRIKING THE GUARDRAIL. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0503-91)*JB
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #10357549POWER TRAIN
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI AERIO. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT AXLE UNIVERSAL JOINT BROKE CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE FRONT END. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE GARAGE DIAGNOSED LOCATED A DEFECTED DESIGNED THAT CAUSED THE AXLE TO FAIL. THE MANUFACTURER FILED REPORT 2-236606323 AND WASN'T SURE IF THE REPAIR WILL B…
NHTSA ODI #10355994VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI AERIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 80 MPH. THE CONTACT THEN APPLIED THE BRAKE AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT WAS AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, BUT FLAMES CAME FROM THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BY THE OW…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #10323868POWER TRAIN
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI AERIO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH HE HEARD A LOUD JOLTING NOISE. HE STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND OBSERVED THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL UNDER THE HOOD. HE WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND HE DROVE IT TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INTERNAL HOLE IN THE DIFFERENTIAL. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT B…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #10252724SUSPENSION
FRONT SUSPENSION IS SHOT AND VEHICLE IS INOPERABLE 1 MONTH AFTER 3-YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED (RECOMMENDED NOT SAFE FOR TRAVEL BY SERVICE MANAGER). ONLY 39,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. SERVICE REQUIRES NEW COMPLETE STRUT ASSEMBLIES FOR BOTH FRONT-LEFT AND FRONT-RIGHT STRUTS, AND 6 NEW TIRES OVER COURSE OF THREE YEARS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10218624ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI AERIO. DURING EARLY MORNING HOURS, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AND EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS THROWN TEN FEET INTO THE AIR. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE ARSON INVESTIGATOR STATED THAT THE FIRE ORIGINATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT CALLED SUZUKI, BUT HAS NOT RECEIVED A RESPONSE. THE CURRENT AND FAILUR…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #10211344+ 14 more complaints on record.
