MYRModel Year Report

1998 Suzuki Swift

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1998 Suzuki Swift
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:26:58.075Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Swift Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 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 1998 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1998: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19880
19895
19903
19917
19920
19937
19945
19951
19974
19982
20002
20013
20022

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

INJURY
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CAR DROVE THROUGH A DIP IN ROAD, AIR BAG DEPLOYED INJURING DRIVER AND PASSENGER. NOT DAMAGE TO CAR OTHER THAN CRACKED WINDSHIELD AS A RESULT OF AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19981005

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

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COMPUTER FOR AIR BAG SYSTEM HAS TOTALLY FAILED AT 12,000 MILE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT IT WAS NOT UNDER A WARRANTY / RECALL. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20011107

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Suzuki Swift — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Suzuki Swift?

The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Suzuki Swift have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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