Model year guide

2004 Suzuki Verona

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Suzuki Verona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2004 Suzuki Verona — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Suzuki Verona at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints155
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$1,990

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Suzuki Verona recalls 5

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #14V363000 · manufacturer #XC · 24/06/2014

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XC.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #05V022000 · manufacturer #KF · 28/01/2005

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY BECOME MISADJUSTED IF AN UPWARD/REARWARD FORCE IS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. IF THIS SHOULD OCCUR, THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, CAUSING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, INCLUDING THE HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP, TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY WITHOUT BRAKE PEDAL APPLICATION, WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH IN THE ON OR OFF POSITION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 16, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery NHTSA Campaign #04V396000 · manufacturer #KE · 13/08/2004

IN CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FAULT IN THE ADAPTIVE FUEL CONTROL LOGIC CAN CAUSE SOME VEHICLES TO USE AIR/FUEL RATIOS DURING DECELERATION THAT ARE LEAN ENOUGH TO CAUSE ENGINE STALLING.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #03V426000 · manufacturer #KB · 29/10/2003

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE DUAL STAGE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN AN IMPROPER SEQUENCE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADAPTING WIRING HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 30, 2003, TO VERONA VEHICLE OWNERS. ALL FORENZA VEHICLES WERE REPAIRED AT THE PORT OF ENTRY. THERE ARE NO OWNER NOTIFICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THE FORENZA MODEL VEHICLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly NHTSA Campaign #03V333000 · manufacturer #K4 · 08/09/2003

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MISLOCATED SENSOR IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TONGUE FROM BEING INSERTED INTO THE BUCKLE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 4, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Suzuki Verona common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2004 Suzuki Verona MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,350
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume101 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2004 Suzuki Verona worth?

Low
$1,075
Typical price
$1,990
High
$3,000

From 13 comparable 2004 Suzuki Verona listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Suzuki Verona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,750
Fuel only$16,750
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
187.8 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Curb weight
3,380 lb
Front track
60.6 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 Suzuki Verona. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 27

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 27.

Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.

Bulletin SUZ_016008 · Suspension, Structure · Jul 2022

This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming s…

Bulletin N-Q-G-045 · Suspension, Equipment · Nov 2018

SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: EGR DTCS P0400, P0401 AND P0402. *TT

Bulletin 101215 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2015

SUZUKI: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS LOOSE IN THE SHIFT GATE AND/OR IGNITION KEY CANNOT BE REMOVED. THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER DOES NOT HOLD FIRMLY TO THE LEFT OF THE SHIFT GATE AS EXPECTED. THE SHIFT LEVER TENSION SPRING HAS BROKEN. *PE

Bulletin TS-04-03049 · Power Train · Sep 2009

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. *NJ

Bulletin TS0301238 · Power Train · Jan 2008

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2006 VERONA (RP625). *NJ

Bulletin TS0301238 · Power Train · Jan 2008

SUNROOF WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY OR CLOSES AND MOVES TO VENT POSITION. *SC

Bulletin 0305115R · Visibility · Jun 2005

REPLACING THE SIR CLOCK SPRING. *TT

Bulletin 0202244 · Air Bags · Jan 2004

ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM)SOFTWARE UPDATE, EMISSION RECALL CAMPAIGN KC, (CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, MASSACHUSETTS, MANIE AND VERMONT ONLY).DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING COLD ENGINE. *MJ

Bulletin 0104304 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2004

SLOW AND/OR INCOMPLETE RETRACTION OF SEAT BELTS. *TT

Bulletin 0402274 · Seat Belts · Jan 2004

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the VERONA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2004 Suzuki Verona. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Lights And Instruments

On certain vehicles, heat generated within the daytime running light (DRL) module could cause the module to melt, potentially resulting in a fire, which may result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace the daytime running lamp (DRL) module.

Transport Canada #2014256 · Jun 2014

Lights And Instruments

On certain vehicles, the Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) module may fail, causing one or more of the following conditions: the DRLs may flicker but remain illuminated; the DRL indicator in the instrument panel may flash; the DRLs may remain illuminated after the vehicle is turned OFF; the DRLs may cease to function and the DRL indicator in the instrument panel will turn OFF. A loss…

Transport Canada #2012278 · Aug 2012

Electrical

On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may become misadjusted if an upward force is applied to the brake pedal. The stop lamp electrical contacts in a misadjusted stop lamp switch may not open when the brake pedal is at its natural rest position, resulting in the brake lights staying illuminated continuously without service brake pedal application. Correction: Dealers will r…

Transport Canada #2005022 · Jan 2005

Fuel System

On certain vehicles, a fault in the adaptive fuel control logic can cause the air/fuel ratio during deceleration to become lean enough to cause engine stalling. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the Electronic Control Module.

Transport Canada #2004290 · Aug 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Suzuki Verona

The Daewoo Magnus is a mid-sized sedan developed and manufactured by Daewoo for model years 2000–2006 under a single generation, and marketed globally by GM Daewoo and other General Motors divisions, as well as GMDAT stake holder Suzuki. Developed under its internal Daewoo designation V200, the Magnus was marketed prominently in the United States as the Suzuki Verona.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2004 Suzuki Verona trims & engines on record

Trims
EX · LX
Engines
2.5L 6-cyl

2004 Suzuki Verona vehicles on record

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Other Suzuki Verona model years

2006 2005

2004 Suzuki Verona — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Suzuki Verona have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2004 Suzuki Verona. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki Verona?

Across all 155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, electrical system, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Suzuki Verona get?

The 2004 Suzuki Verona has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2004 Suzuki Verona worth?

Comparable 2004 Suzuki Verona listings run roughly $1,075–$3,000, typically around $1,990 (from 13 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.