Suzuki Sidekick 1990
Model Sidekick made in 1990 by Suzuki got 5 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, power train. The car had one investigation (seat belts). There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has one 1.6l engine.
Model 1990
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 27/28/27 | 29/36/32 | Regular | $ 583 | 17 | 890901 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | 4WD | 24/25/25 | 27/32/29 | Regular | $ 630 | 18 | 890901 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 26/28/27 | 29/36/32 | Regular | $ 583 | 18 | 890901 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | 4WD | 24/25/25 | 27/32/29 | Regular | $ 630 | 18 | 890901 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 26/28/27 | 29/36/32 | Regular | $ 583 | 18 | 890901 |
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 | |||||
| TS30505113R | 01/01/1993 | 39604 | Modification of automatic transmission internal parts. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 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 | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 07/10/1995 | 0 | ||
| Seat belt failure. *aw | |||
| 02/23/1995 | 1 | ||
| Both front seat belts failed, one shattering and not functioning at all. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 07/02/1996 | |||
| During impact, the driver side seat belt released from the belt buckle. please describe. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 04/04/2001 | 3 | 04/01/1999 | |
| The master cylinder is defective. the brakes drag intermitently, and the mechanic has told me that the check valve inside the master cylinder is failing to release when i take my foot off of the brake pedal. when the check valve fails to release, the brakes drag, and if i need to stop, the brake pedal is very hard to push. this has happened to two rebuilt master cylinders, and also to a new replacement master cylinder from suzuki.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 05/20/2002 | 0 | ||
| Firewall cracked afte clutch was installed in vehicle. consumer took it to dealer, and was told by mechaniic that there was a weak spot in firewall. cost to have it repaired was $1700.oo. consumer thinks this may or should be a recall.*ak | |||