1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 1.8L 4-cyl RWD · 19 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and suspension (1). NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system1 20%
- Suspension1 20%
- Tires1 20%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #10033792, filed 2003-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidekick Sport 2WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Sport 2WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sidekick Sport 4WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Sport 4WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018Equipment, Suspension. This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension…
Other model years of the Suzuki Sidekick Sport
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 | — | 0 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
All Suzuki Sidekick Sport model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport get?
The EPA rates the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport (Sidekick Sport 2WD, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 19 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.