Suzuki Aerio Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Suzuki Aerio model year (2002–2007) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Suzuki Aerio Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 20 complaints
6 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Problem score: 38
1 recall · 17 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: TIRES
Problem score: 22
1 recall · 15 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 22
Best Suzuki Aerio Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Problem score: 1
1 recall · 11 complaints
Main area: TIRES
Problem score: 16
2 recalls · 13 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 19
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Suzuki Aerio — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 1 | 15 | 2 | — | 22 | Caution |
| 2005 | 1 | 11 | 1 | — | 16 | Caution |
| 2004 | 1 | 17 | 1 | — | 22 | Caution |
| 2003 | 2 | 20 | 6 | — | 38 | Avoid |
| 2002 | 2 | 13 | — | — | 19 | Caution |
All 6 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Suzuki Aerio Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Aerio models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Aerio should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2003 Suzuki Aerio if possible. It has 2 recalls, 20 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 38 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Aerio to buy?+
The 2007 Suzuki Aerio is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which Aerio has the fewest problems?+
The 2007, 2005, 2002 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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