1993 Suzuki Sidekick Problems
- Complaints
- 14filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 51,000miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- 22 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl RWD · 21 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick. The part named most often is electrical system, with 3 complaints (21% of the total), followed by engine cooling (2) and brakes (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 51,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
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 system3 21%
- Engine cooling2 14%
- Brakes1 7.1%
- Fuel system1 7.1%
- Seat belts1 7.1%
- Seats1 7.1%
- Steering1 7.1%
- Tires1 7.1%
- Vehicle speed control1 7.1%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “At approx. 90,000 mi., turn signal stem began making loud buzzing noise intermittently when moved upward (right blink). Problem increased so that by 138,000 mi. Buzzing happened whenever stem was moved upward or downward (right or left blink). By 140,000 mi. Buzzing was constant, whether turn signal stem was engaged or not. This problem was brought to attention of dealer from 1997 - 1999. Dealer was non-responsive, saying they could not duplicate problem. Wiring was repaired by independent auto shop, costing over $200. Problem is beginning intermittently again less than 500 miles later. …”
NHTSA complaint #10019830, filed 2004-01, 90,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
50% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 90,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 Suzuki Sidekick 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 2WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sidekick 2WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 20 | 22 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 2WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 2WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 20 | 22 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Hardtop 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sidekick Soft-top 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sidekick Soft-top 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 20 | 22 | 21 | $3,200 |
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
- 94V073002Apr 16, 1994Suspension › RearCovers: Suzuki Sidekick 1993–1994
The right rear and left axle shaft housing tubes were incorrectly welded and can fracture. Fracture of the rear axle shaft housing can result in separation of the affected wheel assembly and separation of the brake line.
Recall details for the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick → · Check a 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. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018Suspension, Equipment. 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…
- 10014818May 10, 2005Engine cooling. Correct coolant usage.
Other model years of the Suzuki Sidekick
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 27 | 247,000 | 0 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 36 | — | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 59 | 76,421 | 2 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 26 | — | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 21 | — | 1 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 14 | 51,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 10 | — | 0 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 14 | 170,000 | 1 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 5 | — | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 7 | 50,000 | 1 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
All Suzuki Sidekick model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick have?
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 3 complaints (21% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 2.
Has the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick (Sidekick Hardtop 2WD, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 21 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 51,000 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 90,000 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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.