Model year guide

2005 Suzuki Aerio

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Suzuki Aerio is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2005 Suzuki Aerio — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Suzuki Aerio at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints22
Combined24 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Suzuki Aerio recalls 1

Power Train:manual Transmission NHTSA Campaign #07V307000 · 15/07/2007

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, DUE TO IMPROPER SHAPE OF THE CLIP, THE RETAINING CLIP THAT KEEPS THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE ATTACHED TO THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER CAN CONTACT THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER HOUSING IF EXCESSIVE LATERAL FORCE IS APPLIED WHEN SHIFTING TO FIRST GEAR.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP WITH A CLIP THAT HAS A DIFFERENT SHAPE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AMERICAN SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Suzuki Aerio common problems

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2005 Suzuki Aerio MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Suzuki Aerio costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000
Fuel only$14,000
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Suzuki Aerio trims & engines on record

Trims
SX
Engines
2.3L 4-cyl

2005 Suzuki Aerio vehicles on record

2005 Suzuki Aerio 2005 Suzuki Aerio SXJS2RC61H855302643 2005 Suzuki Aerio 2005 Suzuki Aerio SXJS2RC61H055304970 2005 Suzuki Aerio SXJS2RD61H055300107 2005 Suzuki Aerio SXJS2RC61H955302215

Other Suzuki Aerio model years

2007 2006 2004 2003 2002

2005 Suzuki Aerio — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Suzuki Aerio have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Aerio?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, power train, engine and engine cooling.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Suzuki Aerio get?

The 2005 Suzuki Aerio has a U.S. EPA estimate of 24 mpg combined (22 city / 28 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.