1996 Suzuki Sidekick vs 1998 Suzuki Sidekick
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Suzuki Sidekick | 1998 Suzuki Sidekick |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 59 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 4 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Suzuki Sidekick | Suzuki Sidekick |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 15 | 3 |
| Power Train | 14 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4 |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
1996 Suzuki Sidekick
1998 Suzuki Sidekick
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.