Suzuki Swift 1990

Model Swift made in 1990 by Suzuki got 3 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, latches/locks/linkages and seat belts. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. The car had one investigation (seat belts). There were some recalls concerninglatches/locks/linkages, seat belts. The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.0l, 1.3l.

Model 1990

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 1.0L) 3Automatic, 3 gearsFWD38/39/3842/51/45Regular$ 4143890730
( 1.0L) 3Manual, 5 gearsFWD46/50/4751/64/56Regular$ 3353890730
( 1.3L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsFWD30/33/3234/43/37Regular$ 4913891205
( 1.3L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD40/44/4244/57/49Regular$ 3753891205
( 1.3L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsFWD25/28/2628/36/31Regular$ 6063890901
( 1.3L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD29/36/3232/46/37Regular$ 4913890730

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH
93V189000AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. V (Vehicle)3822901/06/1994ODIAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.11/30/199312/01/1993
Defect SummaryMislocated 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 SummaryAn 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 SummarySuzuki 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.
NotesSystem: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
95V103008AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. V (Vehicle)12715512/05/1995ODIAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.05/24/199505/24/1995
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryThe safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryOwners 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.
NotesSystem: 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
020414510014817Correct coolant usage. *eh05/10/2005

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
EA95006AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.03/10/199508/02/1995TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE95V103008
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL
 Gt series fuel railing; intake pipe where line comes from gas tank leaks @ junction fuel railing. please describe details. tt
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH
04/07/1995
 Called to dealer was given run around called back for appt.went and was told part was not available. tt
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
06/07/199609/11/1990
 The driver's and passenger's seat belts do not retract in an emergency situation. *ak