1993 Suzuki Swift Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- 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
- 33 mpgcombined, 1.0L 3-cyl FWD · 31 city / 36 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Suzuki Swift (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1993 Suzuki Swift. The part named most often is body and structure, with 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by exterior lighting (1) and latches, locks and linkages (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 2 technical service bulletins 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.
- Body and structure3 43%
- Exterior lighting1 14%
- Seat belts1 14%
- Seats1 14%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “Failure on the driver and passenger side seat belts, seat belts come out of the buckle, passenger and driver side door failure can not open from the inside. Tt”
NHTSA complaint #977365, filed 1996-01Latches, locks and linkages: “The door handle latches have been broken and replaced (3) times. The right front passenger side door, 8//9/94 & 8/20/96 and the left front door 9/21/96.”
NHTSA complaint #803665, filed 1996-11Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1993 Suzuki Swift. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift · coupe | not rated | 3 / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 Suzuki Swift 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift FWD | 1.0L 3-cyl | 5-speed manual | 38 | 45 | 41 | $1,650 |
| Swift FWD | 1.0L 3-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 31 | 36 | 33 | $2,050 |
| Swift FWD | 1.3L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 33 | 39 | 35 | $1,900 |
| Swift FWD | 1.3L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Swift GT FWD | 1.3L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,500 |
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
- 93V189000Nov 30, 1993Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › LatchCovers: Suzuki Swift 1989–1993
Mislocated attaching spot welds of the hood striker assembly cause cracks to start on the hood inner panel. If cracks occur, the hood striker assembly may not properly engage the hood latch when the hood is closed.
Recall details for the 1993 Suzuki Swift → · 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…
- 10014817May 10, 2005Engine cooling. Correct coolant usage.
Other model years of the Suzuki Swift
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 | — | 0 | — | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 7 | — | 1 | — | 33 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 7 | 25,075 | 2 | — | 33 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 34 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Suzuki Swift have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1993 Suzuki Swift as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Suzuki Swift is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by exterior lighting with 1.
Has the 1993 Suzuki Swift 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 Swift get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Suzuki Swift (Swift, 1.0L 3-cyl) at 33 mpg combined, 31 city and 36 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,050 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.