1986 SUZUKI SAMURAI
0 recalls, 5 complaints - 3 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
2 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
STEERING
Jul 11, 2000
Incident date: Jul 9, 2000
WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON FREEWAY 101 THERE WAS A VEHICLE IN FRONT THAT WAS IN THE WAY. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE MADE A SLIGHT TURN TO THE RIGHT TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT, AND ALL OF SUDDEN VEHICLE ROLLED OVER, HITTING AN EMBANKMENT, THEN HIT A WALL, THEN VEHICLE STOOD UP. *AK *ML
Crash
2 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Mar 14, 1999
Incident date: Nov 1, 1998
I WANTED INFORMATION ON HOW EASILY THE SAMURAI TIPS OVER...
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Aug 1, 1991
PART OF FRAME AROUND WINDSHIELD FELL OFF, LEAVING A HOLE AROUND WINDSHIELD, WHICH ALLOWED WATER TO ENTER INTERIOR OF VEHICLE, DAMAGING WIRES TO RADIO AND ALSO FLOODED INTERIOR.
SUSPENSION:FRONT
May 25, 1995
Incident date: May 25, 1995
UPON IMPACT, BROADSIDE REAR DRIVER'S, 30MPH SPUN AROUND THEN ROLLED OVER. TT
Crash
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
May 4, 1995
Incident date: Mar 27, 1995
REAR SEAT BELTS FAIL TO HOLD PASSENGERS SECURELY, CAUSING CHILD SEATS/PASSENGERS TO BE THROWN FORWARD INTO BACK OF FRONT SEATS. *SKD
EPA Fuel Economy, 1986 SUZUKI SAMURAI
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 27.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Special Purpose Vehicles)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1986 SUZUKI SAMURAI
3 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
N-Q-G-045
Nov 20, 2018
020000 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 lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
N-Q-G-045
Nov 20, 2018
350000 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 lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
0104145
May 10, 2005
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
NHTSA Safety Investigations, SUZUKI SAMURAI
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP96004
Opened: Mar 12, 1996 , Closed: Sep 12, 1996
ROLLOVER ON SUZUKI SAMURAI CONVERTIBLES
ROLLOVER ON SUZUKI SAMURAI CONVERTIBLES
EA95006
Opened: Mar 10, 1995 , Closed: Aug 2, 1995
TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
DP89003
Opened: Dec 9, 1988 , Closed: Feb 10, 1989
RECONSIDER SAMURAI PETITION
RECONSIDER SAMURAI PETITION
DP88019
Opened: Aug 2, 1988 , Closed: Sep 1, 1988
VEHICLE STABILITY
VEHICLE STABILITY
DP88011
Opened: Feb 25, 1988 , Closed: Sep 1, 1988
ROLLOVER
ROLLOVER
SUZUKI SAMURAI - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUZUKI SAMURAI across all model years (1988, 1991).
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Total Recalls
51
Total Complaints
5
Investigations
16
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths