Transmission Failure problems of the 2005 Suzuki Forenza

Two problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 2005 Suzuki Forenza. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Suzuki Forenza based on all problems reported for the 2005 Forenza.

1 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 03/08/2016

The contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the transmission failed to shift which prevented the vehicle from increasing speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the shift control module failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 155,000.

2 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 03/15/2005

2005 Suzuki Forenza stalled without warning. Consumer would like it replaced under lemon law. The consumer stated the vehicle would shift back and fourth while driving. The dealer found internal transmission failure. While driving, the engine would loose power. The dealer found the brake light sticking from the switch.




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