1992 Suzuki Sidekick
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 2000 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Seat belts
2 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
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Passenger seat belt buckle will not extend from housing. Please describe details.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-30
Tires
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 10 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Fuel tank fell off while driving. Explain in more detail. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-19
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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While driving consumer drove over a bump in the road and check engine light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-19
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1992 Suzuki Sidekick — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1992 Suzuki Sidekick 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 1992 Suzuki Sidekick?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Suzuki Sidekick have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.