MYRModel Year Report

1997 Suzuki Swift

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1997 Suzuki Swift
RENDERED 2026-09-16T18:05:43.594Z

Only 4 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 4 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, 1997 highlighted. 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1991: 7 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1995 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1997: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19880
19895
19903
19917
19920
19937
19945
19951
19974
19982
20002
20013
20022

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 4 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing shift pattern indicator and floor shift assembly.

CRASH INJURY
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FROM PARK TO NEUTRAL CAR DOWN A HILL, ACROSS A YARD, ACROSS A STREET AND HIT A POLE. NO KEYS WERE IN THE VEHICLE, AUTOMATIC CAR, TOTALLED LOST

NHTSA ODI report, 20000727

RECALL 98V225002. THE SHIFT LEVER WILL MOVE FREELY WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKES OR THE BUTTON. DEALER CONTACTED, AND CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, OTHER INCIDENTS OCCUR THAN WHAT ARE INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19981117

AIR BAGS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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AFTER THE CRASH THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED VERY SLIGHTLY, SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM THE STEERING WHEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010802

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19981029 — power train

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE. THE SHIFT LEVER APPEARS TO BE IN "PARK," BUT CAN EASILY BE MOVED FROM THE "PARK" POSITION WITHOUT THE USE OF THE KEY, TR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SERVICED, OWNERS ARE ADVISED WHEN SHIFTING TO "PARK," ALWAYS APPLY THE PARK BRAKE BEFORE RELEASING THE SERVICE BRAKE.

Campaign 98V225002 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Suzuki Swift — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V225002 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Suzuki Swift?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Suzuki Swift have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.