MYRModel Year Report

1989 Suzuki Swift

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1989 Suzuki Swift
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:26:43.642Z

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 Swift Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 7 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1989: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19880
19895
19903
19917
19920
19937
19945
19951
19974
19982
20002
20013
20022

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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WHEN DRIVING PRESS THE ACCELERATOR CAR PULLS TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT STEERING WHEEL FEELS LIKE OUT OF CONTROL. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950113

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

SEATS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.

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WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCED DRIVER'S BACK REST FAILURE, WHEN ABRUPTLY SHEARED OFF SEAT, NO COLLISION. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951227

SEAT BELTS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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TAKATA SEATBELT FAILURE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950419

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 5 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19930226 — EA (closed 19931126)

HOOD FLY-UPS

R 19940106 — latches/locks/linkages

MISLOCATED 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

Remedy: SUZUKI 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.

Campaign 93V189000 — check if this car was fixed

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

1989 Suzuki Swift — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93V189000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V103008 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Suzuki Swift 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 1989 Suzuki Swift?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Suzuki Swift have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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