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2007 Suzuki Forenza

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 Forenza.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2007 Suzuki Forenza is a passenger car equipped with an Automatic 4-spd transmission that returns EPA fuel economy ratings of 19/28/22 mpg. This model year recorded 256 total owner complaints and two recalls, with the Power Train identified as the top complaint area among the 2004-2008 model run. Situated between the run's lowest complaint count of 63 in 2004 and the highest of 280 in 2006, the 2007 Forenza holds an intermediate position in the model's reliability history that signifies neither the best nor worst performance of the era.

Model year2008200720062004

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque66-92 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/28/22 mpgEPA · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 28 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume95 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 66-92 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.2
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Manual Transmission FluidGL-4
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity3.8
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts16 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts16 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts66-92 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.37-1.46 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type150
Oil Capacity7.44 oz

Service checks

Pressure Test13-17 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief13-17 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature189 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)55.0-57.0 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle41 ft-lbs / 89 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.280; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0004 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0001 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.95 in / 0.409 in
Rotor Finish0.87 μin / 0.315 μin

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
118 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
290 degrees.90 degrees
390 degrees.90 degrees
490 degrees.90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 3,750 miBrake Linings (inspect)
Every 7,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miBody Fasteners (torque) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Frame Fasteners (torque)
Every 22,500 miPCV Valve (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Clutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 37,500 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 miFuel Evaporative Canister Filter (replace) · Spark Plug Wires (replace) · Timing Belt (replace)
Every 90,000 miFuel Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2007 Suzuki Forenza sits in the middle of a clear complaint arc for its generation, with reported issues peaking in 2006 (280 complaints) before declining modestly in 2007 (256) and dropping further in 2008 (152). Recalls followed a similar trajectory, decreasing from four in 2006 to two in 2007, while Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) also fell from 20 to 13. The data shows the 2007 model year is part of a mid-cycle refinement phase, where early build issues were addressed but not yet fully resolved, as evidenced by persistent power train complaints (83) and a notable number of fire-related reports (25). Compared to 2006, the 2007 model shows slight improvement in overall reliability metrics, though it remains more problematic than the 2008 model. The absence of federal investigations in 2007 suggests no systemic defects were identified, but the volume of complaints—particularly in critical areas like power train and electrical systems—warrants caution. **Takeaway:** While the 2007 Forenza is a better choice than the 2006 model, its elevated complaint levels relative to 2008 make it a less ideal used purchase unless thoroughly inspected for power train and electrical integrity.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
13
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
256
Owner complaints
12 involved a crash · 25 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 256 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train83
Air Bags23
Electrical System13
Latches/Locks/Linkages8
Engine8
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting7
Power Train,Electrical System7
Engine & Engine Cooling,Power Train7

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V262000Exterior Lighting:HeadlightsReported 19/05/2014

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat… Remedy: Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on…

07V315000Seat Belts:Front:Buckle AssemblyReported 24/07/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT BELT TONGUE WILL NOT LATCH INTO THE BUCKLE AND, IN RARE CASES, EVEN THE LOCKED TONGUE WILL POP OUT BY LOW STRETCHING FORCE. IF THE BUCKLE DOES NOT LATCH COMPLETELY, THE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLES WITH THE IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 13 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SUZ_0160082022-07-08SuspensionReminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension…
N-Q-G-0452018-11-20SuspensionThis Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki…
SUZ_0131752016-05-18Air BagsTHIS SERVICE BULLETIN UPDATES A BULLETIN ORIGINALLY ISSUED ON MAY 18, 2016, CONCERNING A…
TS-30-062632013-08-08EngineSUZUKI: SUZUKI HAS REPLACEMENT OIL PUMPS THAT HAVE A THREADED PLUG. THE THREADED PROVES…
TB-22-02041R2011-04-01Engine And Engine CoolingSUZUKI VEHICLE: COUNTER MEASURE PROCEDURE FOR DTC P2135. MIL LIGHT IS ON; DTC P2135…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2007 Forenza have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Forenza get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.