Two rapid deflations of tires, just weeks apart, due to sidewall failure. First happened rounding a corner at about 20 MPH, and the second while parked.
The worst 1991 Suzuki Sidekick problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Seat belts10
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Tires1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- Risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
Recall number 95V103008 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick
Defect investigations
Takata seat belt buckle failure
There is no summary currently available
EA95006
Seat blt locks-stow posit.
There is no summary currently available
PE92087
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1991 Suzuki Sidekick fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | RWD | 22 | 24 | 23 |
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 19-22 | 21-25 | 20-23 |
What 1991 Suzuki Sidekick owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The front passenger and rear left seat belts on our 1991 suzuki sidekick have both failed this week. We have had no accidents in the car. The front right seat belt has locked in its case, making it impossible to use. The left rear seatbelt no longer lo.
I have a century carseat, model 4387lht, mfg date 010697, that has a buckle that suddenly stopped working. It would no longer buckle closed. Upon calling century products I was told that often kids stick foreign items in the hole where the buckle is causing this problem. I can absolutely guarantee this did not happen and it is a defect in the product. Century products did not want the carseat sent back to them to investigate. I still have the carseat but obviously am not using it. I believe this needs warrents some type of further investigation since century has recalled other model carseats for this exact same problem.
Seat belt recall repair completed however new buckles fell apart.
Took the vehicle in to be repaired under the recall. Currently, the latch has jammed into the buckle and this sea tbelt doesn't lock . Please describe details.
Automatic door locks failed, trapping the driver in the car.
The driver's side seat belt buckle fell apart.
Dlr trying to locate parts, however owner contacted zone office and was informed to wait until dlr locates parts. Sea tbelt buckles recall 95v103008.
Pieces may break off the seat belt buckle, resulting in hard to insert the metal tongue into the buckle, dealer does not have the parts (recall).
Passengers rear seat belt will not retract into its assembly, rendering it inoperative.
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Questions about the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick
Is the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick reliable?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick, fewer than a typical Sidekick model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick?
Seat belts, with 10 complaints. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick seat belts?
Yes, 1 recall: 95V103008. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick range from 20 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 22 city and 24 highway.
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