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2002 Suzuki AerioProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 13 owner complaints about the 2002 Suzuki Aerio, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

2002 Suzuki Aerio
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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints132 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage43kSuspension, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 6, 2017. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2002 Suzuki Aerio has problems

13 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Suspension42
Service brakes, hydraulic30
Structure20
Engine and engine cooling20
Electrical system10
Visibility10
Latches/locks/linkages10
Power train10
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2002 Suzuki Aerio recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Power train: manual transmission

Recall 07V-307 · Jul 15, 2007 · 14,251 vehicles

Risk. REPEATED SHIFTING IN THIS MANNER CAN EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE RETAINING CLIP TO BREAK.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Visibility: windshield

Recall 03V-223 · Jun 16, 2003 · 5,319 vehicles

Risk. IF THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED, IT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE EJECTION OF UNBELTED OCCUPANTS, INCREASING…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Suzuki.

Best & worst years

2002 vs. every other Aerio year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Aerio median. How we score

'02'03'04'05'06'07
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2002 Suzuki Aerio safety ratings

2002 Suzuki Aerio 4-DR. in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: No
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What Aerio owners report

Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHILE TURNING RIGHT AT 45 MPH THE LOWER CONTROL ARM SNAPPED. CONSUMER LOST STEERING CONTROL AND HIT A POLE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED THE LOWER CONTROL ARM. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED. UPDATED 02/09/06. *JB
Complaint 10112844 · Feb 22, 2005 · 19,000 miles
CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE STOPPED ON THE FREEWAY AS SHE WAS EXITING ONTO A RAMP. CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL CAME TO HER RESCUE. AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE TAKEN TO A SUZUKI DEALER, AND CHECKED, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT BALL JOINTS FELL OUT. *AK
Complaint 10053404 · Jan 5, 2004
HAD WHEEL BEARINGS REPLACED ON VEHICLE AT 12,000 MILES AND AGAIN AT 30,000 MILES. AT 42,000 MILES AXLE BROKE AT THE WHEEL. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH AND CAUSE $4,400.00 IN DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END.
Complaint 10053089 · Jan 13, 2004 · 42,500 miles

Own a 2002 Aerio?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.