MYRModel Year Report

1990 Suzuki Samurai

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1990 Suzuki Samurai
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:22:22.240Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Samurai Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 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
1990: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19865
19876
198820
19892
19902
19913
19924
19942
19981

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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SEAT BELT FAILURE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950419

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING INTERMITTENT STALLING. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970416

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950802)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19951205 — seat belts

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

Remedy: 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 A

Campaign 95V103008 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Suzuki Samurai — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103008 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Suzuki Samurai?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:webbing, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Suzuki Samurai have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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