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Suzuki Sidekick Sport problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Sidekick Sport from 1996 to 1998: 9 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 3 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1997 (5), 1998 (3), 1996 (1). Best fuel economy: 21 mpg combined (1998).

Suzuki Sidekick Sport
Photo: RL GNZLZ from Chile · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain4
Suspension2
Tires2
Electrical1
Engine & cooling1
Steering1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
19960121
19970521
19980321

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Suzuki Sidekick Sport?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1997 (5), 1998 (3), 1996 (1).

How many recalls has the Suzuki Sidekick Sport had?

Across 1996–1998, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).