While driving and without prior warning vehicle will stall which causes loss of all power. Vehicle has been taken to the dealer in which the computer was replaced. Problem still occurs; the failed component has not been identified.
The worst 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission2
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Transmission2
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile...
- On some vehicles, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may illuminate and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS)...
- This bulletin contains the revised claims submission procedures for replacement batteries under warranty
What 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Consumer stated the ring and pinion gears failed. Nlm
Consumer states that after the vehicle was repaired under the recall the problem became worse. The vehicle was repaired at: market place suzuki, heneretta, ny 585‑359‑4900. Nlm
Tires separated with complete steel tread and tires chunks missing, this occurred at 60mph. I still have tires on car.
The 4 wheel drive unit would not engage or work on occasions, the transfer case required replacement.
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Questions about the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport
Is the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport, 1.7 times a typical Sidekick Sport model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport have?
No recalls on record.
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