Suzuki Suzuki Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 5, 2007 · 32 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 32 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki Suzuki, across 8 model years (1995–2002). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Peak: 1997, with 7 complaints
1995: 1199511996: 6199661997: 7199771998: 5199851999: 5199952000: 1200012001: 1200112002: 620026

n = 32 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Suzuki Suzuki years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Suzuki model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1997 Suzuki: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2002 Suzuki: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1996 Suzuki: 6 complaints, 0 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 1995 Suzuki: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2000 Suzuki: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  3. 2001 Suzuki: 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.

Most common Suzuki Suzuki problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling861
Power Train740
Vehicle Speed Control431
Electrical System330
Fuel System, Gasoline320
Service Brakes, Hydraulic330
Structure321
Air Bags220
Equipment220
Exterior Lighting110
Seats110
Suspension111
Tires111

All Suzuki Suzuki model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2002 Suzuki60—Fuel System, Gasoline
2001 Suzuki10—Structure
2000 Suzuki10—Tires
1999 Suzuki50—Engine and Engine Cooling
1998 Suzuki50—Engine and Engine Cooling
1997 Suzuki70—Power Train
1996 Suzuki60—Power Train
1995 Suzuki10—Engine and Engine Cooling

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Frequently asked questions

Which Suzuki Suzuki years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (7), 2002 (6), 1996 (6). 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 Suzuki?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 8 complaints across 6 model years.

How many recalls does the Suzuki Suzuki have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.