Suzuki Reno Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability

Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.

8
Total Recalls
124
Total Complaints
3
Total Crashes
6
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
2006
Worst Year
2008
Best Year
27
Poor
Overall Reliability Score (0–100)

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Suzuki Reno — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison

YearVerdictRecallsComplaintsCrashesInjuriesDeathsTop Issue
2008BestGood1171Power TrainFull report →
2007Avoid24115Electrical SystemFull report →
2006WorstAvoid35111Power TrainFull report →
2005Good215Air BagsFull report →

4 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.

Most Common Suzuki Reno Problems

Power Train
29
Air Bags
27
Exterior Lighting
14
Electrical System
14
Vehicle Speed Control
9
Engine
5
Tires
3
Engine And Engine Cooling
3
Seat Belts
3
Steering
3
Suspension
3
Fuel System / Gasoline
2

Based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.

Reno Years to Avoid

2006 Reno
51 complaints · 3 recalls · 1 crashes
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2007 Reno
41 complaints · 2 recalls · 1 crashes
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2005 Reno
15 complaints · 2 recalls
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Ranked by combined complaints, recalls, crashes, injuries, and deaths.

Best Reno Years to Buy

2008 Reno
17 complaints · 1 recalls
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2005 Reno
15 complaints · 2 recalls
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Years with fewest complaints and recalls.

Suzuki Reno Problems by Year

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Frequently Asked Questions — Suzuki Reno Reliability

What year Reno has the most problems?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 Suzuki Reno had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 51 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2006 report for specific defects.

Is the Suzuki Reno reliable?

The Suzuki Reno has accumulated 124 owner-filed complaints and 8 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2008 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Reno.

What are the most common Reno problems?

The most frequently cited problem areas are: Power Train (29 reports), Air Bags (27 reports), Exterior Lighting (14 reports), Electrical System (14 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.

How do I check if my Reno has an open recall?

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