MYRModel Year Report

1986 Suzuki Samurai

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1986 Suzuki Samurai
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:22:20.627Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Samurai Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1988: 20 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1994: 2 complaints 1998: 1 complaints 1998
1986: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19865
19876
198820
19892
19902
19913
19924
19942
19981

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH
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UPON IMPACT, BROADSIDE REAR DRIVER'S, 30MPH SPUN AROUND THEN ROLLED OVER. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950525

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON FREEWAY 101 THERE WAS A VEHICLE IN FRONT THAT WAS IN THE WAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000711

SEAT BELTS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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REAR SEAT BELTS FAIL TO HOLD PASSENGERS SECURELY, CAUSING CHILD SEATS/PASSENGERS TO BE THROWN FORWARD INTO BACK OF FRONT SEATS. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950504

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19880225 — DP (closed 19880901)

ROLLOVER

I 19880802 — DP (closed 19880901)

VEHICLE STABILITY

I 19881209 — DP (closed 19890210)

RECONSIDER SAMURAI PETITION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Suzuki Samurai — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Suzuki Samurai reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Suzuki Samurai?

The most-reported component is suspension:front, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Suzuki Samurai have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.