2006 Suzuki Verona

The 2006 Suzuki Verona is a mid-size sedan that was known for its relatively affordable price and comfortable ride. It came with a single engine option: a 2.5L inline-6 producing 155 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Owners often appreciated the spacious interior and smooth engine. Common dislikes included uninspired styling, mediocre fuel economy, and concerns about long-term reliability and parts availability due to Suzuki’s departure from the US market.

Engine

2.5L Inline-6

• Timing Chain Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine rattle, especially on startup. This can progress to poor engine performance, misfires, and eventually, engine damage.
  • Solution: Replacement of the timing chain, tensioners, and guides.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Valve Cover Gasket Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaks around the valve cover, leading to oil consumption and potential oil drips onto the exhaust manifold, causing a burning smell.
  • Solution: Replacement of the valve cover gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found
• Camshaft Position Sensor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, rough idling, stalling, check engine light illumination.
  • Solution: Replacement of the camshaft position sensor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic

• Harsh Shifting/Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Abrupt or delayed shifts, transmission slipping during acceleration, inability to shift into certain gears.
  • Solution: In some cases, a transmission fluid change and filter replacement can help. In more severe cases, a transmission rebuild or replacement is necessary.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Fluid Change $100 - $200, Rebuild $1500 - $3500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Worn Struts/Shocks
  • Description/Symptoms: Bouncy ride, excessive body roll when cornering, poor handling, and increased stopping distance.
  • Solution: Replacement of the struts and/or shocks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800 per axle
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery dies overnight or after a short period of inactivity. Can be caused by parasitic draw from a faulty component.
  • Solution: Diagnosing the source of the parasitic draw and repairing or replacing the faulty component.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ (depending on the source of the drain)
  • Recalls: None Found
• ABS Sensor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: ABS light illumination, loss of ABS functionality.
  • Solution: Replacement of the faulty ABS sensor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found
• Power Window Motor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Power window fails to operate or operates intermittently.
  • Solution: Replacement of the power window motor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust
  • Description/Symptoms: Rust formation around wheel wells, rocker panels, and other body panels, especially in regions with road salt use.
  • Solution: Rust repair, body panel replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $2000+ (depending on severity)
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks appearing on the dashboard surface due to sun exposure and age.
  • Solution: Dashboard replacement, dashboard cover.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Cover $50 - $150, Replacement $500 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Headliner Sagging
  • Description/Symptoms: The headliner fabric detaches from the headliner board and sags.
  • Solution: Headliner replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2006 Suzuki Verona has a number of potential issues that owners should be aware of. The most serious issues relate to the timing chain, which can lead to significant engine damage if not addressed. Transmission issues can also be costly to repair. Electrical problems, such as battery drains and sensor failures, are also common. Suspension components wear and rust are to be expected with a vehicle of this age. These issues can range in severity and cost, from a few hundred dollars for minor repairs to several thousand dollars for major engine or transmission work.