MYRModel Year Report

1993 Suzuki Sidekick

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1993 Suzuki Sidekick
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:31.104Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
14

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 14 complaints 1992: 10 complaints 1993: 14 complaints 1993 14 1994: 21 complaints 1995: 26 complaints 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 36 complaints 1998: 27 complaints 1998 2000: 1 complaint
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 14 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1992 1993: 14 complaints 1993 14 1994: 21 complaints 1994 1995: 26 complaints 1995 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 36 complaints 1997 1998: 27 complaints 1998 2000: 1 complaint 2000
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 14 complaints 1991 1992: 10 complaints 1992 1993: 14 complaints 1993 14 1994: 21 complaints 1994 1995: 26 complaints 1995 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 36 complaints 1997 1998: 27 complaints 1998 2000: 1 complaint 2000

1993: 14 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19881
19897
19905
199114
199210
199314
199421
199526
199659
199736
199827
20001

Known problem areas

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

3 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and alternator/generator/regulator.

Show complaint excerpts

At approx. 90,000 mi., turn signal stem began making loud buzzing noise intermittently when moved upward (Right blink). Problem increased so that by 138,000 mi. Buzzing happened whenever stem was moved upward or downward (Right or left blink).

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-26

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Visibility

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Show complaint excerpts

Approximately. 14 mo. After purchase, speedometer cable assembly began making noise, got worse (Intermittently), and culminated 7 yrs. Later in a "Frozen" Speedometer plus extremely loud screeching (Stuck cable head) at speeds over 20 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-26

Tires

1 of 14 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1994-02-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-04-20 Rear axle housing failure
  2. R
    1994-05-12Suspension94V073002 The right rear and left axle shaft housing tubes were incorrectly welded and can fracture. Fracture of the rear axle shaft housing can result in separation of the affected wheel assembly and…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the welds of the rear axle assemblies on involved vehicles and, if necessary, replace the complete rear axle assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Suzuki Sidekick — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V073002 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Suzuki Sidekick?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.