Suzuki Samurai Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki Samurai, across 1 model years (1998–1998). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (1).
Suzuki Samurai years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Samurai model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 Samurai: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
All Suzuki Samurai model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Samurai | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki Samurai years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Suzuki Samurai?
No complaints are on file yet.
How many recalls does the Suzuki Samurai have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.