2005 Suzuki Verona
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Suzuki Verona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
2005 Suzuki Verona at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2005 Suzuki Verona recalls 2
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.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO INADEQUATE WALL THICKNESS OF THE PULLEY.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY 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.
2005 Suzuki Verona common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2005 Suzuki Verona safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Suzuki Verona 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2005 Suzuki Verona MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2005 Suzuki Verona worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2005 Suzuki Verona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 15
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 15.
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 2022This 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 2018SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: EGR DTCS P0400, P0401 AND P0402. *TT
Bulletin 101215 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2015SUZUKI: 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 2009AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. *NJ
Bulletin TS0301238 · Power Train · Jan 2008AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2006 VERONA (RP625). *NJ
Bulletin TS0301238 · Power Train · Jan 2008AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0703 IS PRESENT. DTC P0703 EXPLAINED. *TT
Bulletin 0211075 · Power TrainWIRE HARNESS INSULATION DAMAGE BEHIND THE LEFT FRONT FENDER LINER. *TT
Bulletin 0408115 · Electrical SystemOIL LEAK FROM DRAIN PLUG. *TT
Bulletin 0810245 · Engine And Engine CoolingENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) REPROGRAMMING FOR FALSE SLOW O2 SENSOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *TT
Bulletin 0710185 · Engine And Engine CoolingSource: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the VERONA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2005 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 2014Lights 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 2012Source: 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.