Suzuki Swift 1989
Model Swift made in 1989 by Suzuki got 5 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to latches/locks/linkages, seat belts and seats. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. The car had some investigations: seat belts, structure. There were some recalls concerninglatches/locks/linkages, seat belts. The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.0l, 1.3l.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.0L) | 3 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 38/40/39 | 42/51/46 | Regular | $ 365 | 3 | 880926 |
| ( 1.0L) | 3 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 46/50/48 | 51/64/56 | Regular | $ 296 | 3 | 880926 |
| ( 1.3L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 31/34/32 | 34/43/38 | Regular | $ 445 | 3 | 880831 |
| ( 1.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 40/44/42 | 44/57/49 | Regular | $ 339 | 3 | 881004 |
| ( 1.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 39/45/41 | 43/57/48 | Regular | $ 348 | 3 | 890601 |
| ( 1.3L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 25/28/26 | 28/36/31 | Regular | $ 549 | 3 | 880831 |
| ( 1.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 29/36/32 | 32/46/37 | Regular | $ 445 | 3 | 880831 |
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 93V189000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 38229 | 01/06/1994 | ODI | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 11/30/1993 | 12/01/1993 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Mislocated attaching spot welds of the hood striker assembly cause cracks to start on the hood inner panel. if cracks occur, the hood striker assembly may not properly engage the hood latch when the hood is closed. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An improperly engaged hood latch may result in a hood fly-up while the vehicle is in motion. this could obstruct the driver's view and could cause a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Suzuki will (a) install two bolts and nuts to secure the striker assembly to the hood inner panel, and (b) ensure that the hood latch assembly fasteners are properly tightened. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System:structure; hood assembly.vehicle description: passenger cars. note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact suzuki service center at 1-714-996-7040. also, please contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103008 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | from 01/01/1986 to 12/01/1991 | 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 | 10014817 | Correct coolant usage. *eh | 05/10/2005 | ||
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 | ||||||
| EA93006 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 02/26/1993 | 11/26/1993 | HOOD FLY-UPS | 93V189000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA93006 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 02/26/1993 | 11/26/1993 | HOOD FLY-UPS | 93V189001 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | |||
| 3 | |||
| While driving hood suddenly flew up & cracked the windshield. this caused the driver's view to be obstructed. contacted dealership & manufacturer about hood latch. vehicle was picked up & towed to mechanic.consumer was informed that vehicle was in accident, and dealer refused to repair the hood latch. problem with hood had happened twice before.*ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 04/19/1995 | |||
| Takata seatbelt failure. tt | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | |||
| While driving, experienced driver's back rest failure, when abruptly sheared off seat, no collision. tt | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 03/01/2000 | 2 | 02/01/2000 | |
| Frame rusted out- car pulling apart. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 12/01/1994 | |||
| When driving press the accelerator car pulls to the left and right steering wheel feels like out of control. tt | |||