Suzuki Sidekick 1989
Model Sidekick made in 1989 by Suzuki got 15 consumer complains, 2 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, power train. The car had some investigations: seat belts, structure. There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.3l, 1.6l.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 28/29/28 | 31/37/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 18 | 880831 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | 4WD | 25/26/25 | 28/33/30 | Regular | $ 570 | 18 | 880902 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 28/29/28 | 31/37/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 18 | 880902 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | 4WD | 25/26/25 | 28/33/30 | Regular | $ 570 | 18 | 880902 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 28/29/28 | 31/37/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 18 | 880902 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103008 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 127155 | 12/05/1995 | ODI | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 05/24/1995 | 05/24/1995 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked press. if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, pleae contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 0204145 | 10014818 | Correct coolant usage. *eh | 05/10/2005 | ||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||||
| 9573L3001 | 04/01/1995 | 45880 | Torque converter clutch (tcc) chuggle/hunting condition.*sd | 04/25/1996 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA95006 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 03/10/1995 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE | 95V103008 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| PE90008 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 10/19/1989 | 04/30/1990 | WELD FAILURE IN STRUCTURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 12/18/2008 | 50000 | 1 | 02/28/1989 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1989 suzuki sidekick. the contact noticed that the check engine light was constantly illuminated on the instrument panel. on two occasions, he took the vehicle to the dealer and paid $100 to have the light turned off. there is a switch in the circuit that he cannot locate, but needs to remove it in order to prevent the check engine light from illuminating again. the suzuki dealer will not remove the switch because it is a federally mandated malfunction, according to the paperwork the contact was provided. if the switch is not removed, the warning indicator will illuminate and prevent the contact from receiving an emissions sticker. the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 81,000. updated 5/5/09 *cn the dealer recommended replacing the oxygen sensor. updated 05/06/09.*jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| The alternator over powered the system, fried the battery *ak | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| Alternator failure. *ak | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| Voltage regulator stuck wide open. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| The alternator over powered the system, fried the battery *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| Turn signal electrical relay burned. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| Electronic control module burned. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 12/18/2008 | 50000 | 1 | 02/28/1989 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1989 suzuki sidekick. the contact noticed that the check engine light was constantly illuminated on the instrument panel. on two occasions, he took the vehicle to the dealer and paid $100 to have the light turned off. there is a switch in the circuit that he cannot locate, but needs to remove it in order to prevent the check engine light from illuminating again. the suzuki dealer will not remove the switch because it is a federally mandated malfunction, according to the paperwork the contact was provided. if the switch is not removed, the warning indicator will illuminate and prevent the contact from receiving an emissions sticker. the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 81,000. updated 5/5/09 *cn the dealer recommended replacing the oxygen sensor. updated 05/06/09.*jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 06/02/1996 | |||
| Exhaust leak, consumer reported burned rear passenger seat area while driving, caused by leak from the tail pipe pe91-1260. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| Fuel injector electrical relay burned. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 06/25/1996 | |||
| Front passenger shoulder/lap belt exploded into bunch of little pieces, now inoperative, happened as release button was depressed. *ak | |||
| 05/03/1995 | 2 | ||
| Ft passenger side seat belt buckle broke, replaced, replacement broke also. tt | |||
| 01/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Seat belt buckle will not latch will pop out while driving. tt | |||
| 02/27/1995 | |||
| Drivers side seatbelt does not unlock. please explain. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - LINKAGES | |||
| 07/02/1993 | 1 | ||
| Windshield wiper linkage assembly malfunctioned. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA | DULUTH | 30096 | HORIZON SUZUKI | 770-817-3333 |