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1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport is transmission and drivetrain. Its complaint count is close to a typical Sidekick Sport model year.

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Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
4
Worst area
Transmission

The worst 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Transmission
    2
  • Engine
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Tires
    1

Problems by type

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  • Transmission
    2
  • Engine
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport 4

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 5, 2003 · Transmission · UT

The bracket which the clutch foot pedal and the arm which the main clutch valve actuator is driven by has a metal fatigue which makes the clutch inoperative. Could lead to a accident or other problems.

Filed Nov 9, 2000 · Engine, Steering · CA

Motor mounts needed to be secured.

Filed Sep 22, 2000 · Tires · VA

Original tires on a 1998 suzuki sidekick sport, p215/65r16 dot ap2hjeuuo58. Right rear tire came apart, consumer heard a noise that sounded like exhaust. Then, consumer heard a thump thump noise like tire was coming apart.*ak the tire came apart at the seams while traveling at 70 MPH. It was determined to be tread separation.

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Questions about the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport

Is the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport, close to a typical Sidekick Sport model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport have?

No recalls on record.

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