Headlights Problems of Suzuki Forenza

I bought the car from a dealership mccann car lot in sparta nc mccann told me it was the best car on the lot he drove me through town telling me there was no problem with the car then let me drive it a short distance insured me the car was in perfect condition when I drove the car home after we went to get inspected which nothing was checked junior mccann told them nothing was wrong the driver side headlight melted the cover now can't drive the car because the heater smells so bad I got sick from inhaled the odor I reported this to junior mccann his reply was I was smelling something he didn't smell my husband also smelled the odor and got bad headache he never once said there was a recall on this car.

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Tl the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Forenza. While the vehicle was stationary, the high beam headlights failed to turn on when prompted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The VIN was not available.

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Tl the contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Forenza. While driving at night, the headlights and instrument panel lighting failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the headlights and instrument panel lighting needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair fees. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

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I have 2 Suzuki Forenzas of this model year. One had a recall on the daytime running lights (xa recall). One of the symptoms was the headlights going out while driving at night. Finally had it done (had to drive 2 plus hours to find a dealer who could do this because of it's orphan status). Now the second Forenza has the same thing happening yet somehow it's not a part of this recall. . . . . . This seems to be a mistake and I am stating that other vehicles than the original group are affected by this problem. Problem happens while driving with the regular headlights on.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, there was burning odor emitting from the vehicle. The contact stated that smoke was coming from headlight, from under the hood and from the bottom floorboard without warning. The contact stated that she pulled over and discovered that the vehicle caught fire. The contact sustained a burn on the right leg that required medical attention. There was not a fire/police report. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number:14v262000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was 119,115. Ss.

2005 Suzuki Forenza. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle headlights repair issues. The consumer stated the headlights pointed toward the ground and did not project enough light.

My head lights were on dim, there was a flash and one light went out. About a mile later, the other head light went out. I had to run with my high beams on because I had no dim headlights. I received a recall letter that states that my car could be affected and I want this fixed! this car is my only way of going.

This is the 2nd recall on the drl module in 2 years. I have had to replace my battery terminals on the car. The headlights won't turn off unless I unhook the battery. The recall got started in may 2014, the recall was mailed out in July 2014 and the recall is being done while Suzuki does not have the parts. The car company will take for ever to get the parts. I called Suzuki and was told that if my car catches on fire it is not their concern. In the meantime I have no other way to work. I can not register the car, can not do the inspection, can not drive it. This is such a hardship for a lot of people. Suzuki says that they will put you through to their corporate office, but that is a big joke. Is it any wonder why they have not sold new vehicles in the us since 2012. I just want my car fixed and Suzuki will take care of all the electrical wrongs on my car. If enough people conplain something will get done.

We were sent a safety recall notice dated 7/22/2014 stating there is a defect relating to abnormal operation of the high and/or low beam headlamps and the daytime running lamps. The notification states "recall service parts are not yet available to correct this condition. Providing repair parts is a top priority, however, their availability is not known at this time. Vehicle owners will be notified by mail when repair parts are available and scheduling appointments can then begin". It has been nearly one full year and no further communication from Suzuki motor of America, inc. Has been received. In the meantime we are forced to operate a vehicle with "an increased risk of fire" and with the possibility that someone may not be able to properly see the vehicle due to the malfunctioning headlights. Millions of cars have been made with properly functioning headlights and daytime running lamps, this cannot possibly be that difficult of a repair to quickly engineer and implement. Is this unnecessary delay due to the fact that Suzuki no longer sells vehicles in the u. S. And therefore no longer thinks it has the obligation to fulfill recall requirements?? any help that can be provided would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

I was driven when the right side headlight was stoped.

Headlights staying on.

The contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that the headlights and high beam headlights shorted intermittently. The contact mentioned that the vehicle had been previously repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 14v262000 (exterior lighting) however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph, the headlights started to flicker and eventually shut off. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign id number: 14v262000 (exterior lighting). However, the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.

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The contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that the headlights illuminated intermittently when activated. In addition, the headlights would independently activate when the engine was turned off. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 07v452000 (exterior lighting) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and currently being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

2007 Suzuki Forenza. Consumer states vehicle caught fire. The consumer stated he/she started to smell smoke, while driving. Once he/she arrived home, and exited the vehicle, it caught on fire. The vehicle was declared a loss. The consumer received a recall notice regarding the headlights, after the vehicle caught on fire.

2006 Suzuki Forenza. Consumer request reimbursement for headlights recall notice. The consumer stated the headlights failed, while driving. According to the repair invoice, the mechanic found the high beams inoperable and found the high and low beams inoperable through a switch, the day time running lights were keeping the low beams on, and the high beams worked through a flash to pass. When the mechanic removed the instrument cluster, there was exposed burnt wiring at the splice.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 12v397000 (exterior lighting:headlights) however, the daytime running lights were no longer operable. The failure occurred after the recall repair was performed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall and that any further repairs would be at her expense. The contact attempted to contact the manufacturer but to no avail. The failure and current mileages were 50,000. Kmj.

Headlights won't turn off. While driving on the expressway black smoke blew in my face. Electrical wires were on fire. I was able to pull over and get out without getting hit by the fast cars going by. Called 911 the fire department came put out the fire.

Air bag light on since bought car in 2006. Wiring for airbags has been replaced once still an issue at owner expense. Outlet and lighter stop working year after car was bought. Headlight wiring replace twice and day lights still only comes on some times.

2005 Suzuki Forenza. Consumer writes in regards to malfunction of vehicle driving lights. The consumer stated she received a recall notice in September 2012 and responded immediately by calling the department with her information regarding the expensive repair bill from January 2012, when the said recall had in fact disabled the driving lights on her vehicle. The consumer submitted all of the required paperwork to be reviewed for reimbursement. The beginning of January was her first experience with the driving lights shutting off, while driving in the dark at 60 mph. Within 10 to 15 minutes the lights came back on, but a few minutes later they shut off again. The consumer had various individuals check for a loose connection to the lights, but no one could find anything, because the problem was hidden within the dashboard. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, where they diagnosed the problem as a melted splice pack. The customer relations contacted the consumer and informed her the problem she experienced back in January did pertain to the recall and out of the $513. 60 bill, should would only receive $75. The representative stated the mechanic was not aware of the problem and had to spend time diagnosing the issue which took him four hours. She then informed the consumer that with the information from the recall notice, the same repair could have been fixed in less than an hour, which was the amount that would be refunded.

Both headlights fail to turn on upon starting the car. In addition, the airbag warring light all of a sudden came on and stays on.

The contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Forenza. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph with the illumination of the headlights and suddenly both headlights failed to operate. The contact was able to maneuver to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. Upon restarting, the headlights began to operate. There was a recall related to the malfunction under NHTSA campaign id number 07v452000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who advised that a diagnostic test must be performed before the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure was 75,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that the headlights would not shut off during the day or night, causing the lights to disable. Both the dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 49,000 and the current mileage was 50,000.

As per the recall issued in 2007 for the front headlights of this car, I was told by the Suzuki dealership in asheville, nc that my specific car was not included in the recall but my low beam headlights still do not function!.

The contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that he experienced several electrical failures with the windows opening independently, failed headlights, flickering instrument panel lights and a failed battery. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where it was diagnosed. The mechanic advised the contact that the electrical failures caused the battery to fail. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact that the warranty was expired therefore; he would be responsible for the diagnosis and repair costs. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer previously for the failures and the dealer cleared the computer codes but the failures persisted. The failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 66,401. Updated 01/11/2011.

I have a 2004 Suzuki Forenza and took it in for a safety recall on the low beam headlights and daytime running lights. The dealership did the recall but said the wires were burnt so bad that it affected the high beam side. Now that the recall has been performed, none of the lights work creating a bigger safety hazard than before. The car cannot be driven at night at all .

After first purchasing the car, there were problems accelerating and then car failed. Power steering had to be fixed, timing belt replaced. A few months later speakers started to go in and out, radio lights come on and off, etc. In 2010 headlights failed. Being a broke college student I rode with my brights for almost a year until I looked up the recall online and got that fixed at the dealership. 2011 replaced speakers, still don't work on entire right side of car and back of driver side. One speaker works, very weak and sometimes goes out completely. Interior lights go in and out. Started to leak oil, had to have head gasket replaced under warranty, then had to have radiator hose relplaced. 2012 timing belt pops, engine damaged costing almost $2000. Today December 2012, radiator cracks all the way open in the middle of holiday traffic. Terrible horrible car to be a 2005. Seems like I can't go a month without something else going wrong. Feels unsafe at all times!.

Nhtsa campaign #: 07v452000. Although the dealer supposedly corrected the problem on the wiring harness, I believe that it may not have been properly repaired because the same indicator instrument panel light is again malfunctioning. After repair of the harness, the mentioned light indicator again worked properly, whereas before the repair it was not. I spoke with both the dealer and Suzuki corporate, and they tell me that there is not a low beam indicator light on my car. However, after driving my car for more than three years I know that when the dll lights are not used, (amber) the low beam indicator light (green) comes on. Unless it is quite dark out, I cannot tell if my headlights are on. Suzuki in brea, CA suggested that I get out of my car and look to see if my headlights are on. And the dealer told me that I can tell if my headlights are on because the dll light is off. The indicator light may be a "dummy" light, but it is the only way that I know my headlights are on and working properly. I would like a directive to have to have my wiring harness re-inspected. They cite lack the lack of warranty to look at anything, otherwise the cost is $100. 00. I say this because my airbag light is always on, but for them to look at my airbag, I was told it would cost me $100. 00 I really want to order a new one but they will not do that without the charge to "look" at it.

The contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that the headlights were repaired under recall 07v452000 (exterior lighting). However, the vehicle had no daytime running lights or headlights at times; once the wiring harness cooled off, the lights would turn back on. If the vehicle was warm, they would turn off again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who refused to repair it again under the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000 and the current mileage was approximately 93,000.

The first time I had a problem was with the automatic lights, they would come on when they wanted to after two months of buying the car. I did not do nothing about that, then I was driving and went to turn on my high beams and the lights went out all together no lights what's so ever, but then messed with switch and they came back on. Then just the other day I was leaving a friends house and I had high beams but no regular headlights.

I have a 2005 Suzuki Forenza. I purchased the vehicle used. I have no daytime running lights and I have no low beam headlights. I have to drive with my high beams on. I have been searching online and have found a Suzuki forum and in the forum many people have indicated that this headlight problem is a known problem. I do find a complaint here where a single mom has a similar problem and Suzuki refuses to fix it. I can't find any recalls for this problem. Isn't the manufacturer responsible for manufacturer defects? can someone please help me?.

Having trouble with my 2005 Suzuki Forenza and was wondering if your site could assist me. I took it back for numerous occasions for air bag sensor,headlight failure,key not being able to come out of ignition,and unable to move gearshift out of park without putting a key in console gearshift. Dealership wants to charge me for labor. I am a single mother and I need advise on what I should do. They don't want to let me trade it in without $3,000. I think its wrong to do something like taking advantage of people. I have to drive 60 miles to the dealership and gas is three dollars a gallon. I'm fed up and any help in this matter would be appreciated thank you angela young.