1993 SUZUKI SWIFT
1 recalls, 8 complaints - 4 TSBs
93V189000 Nov 30, 1993
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
AN IMPROPERLY ENGAGED HOOD LATCH MAY RESULT IN A HOOD FLY-UP WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THIS COULD OBSTRUCT THE DRIVER'S VIEW AND COULD CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SUZUKI WILL (A) INSTALL TWO BOLTS AND NUTS TO SECURE THE STRIKER ASSEMBLY TO THE HOOD INNER PANEL, AND (B) ENSURE THAT THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY FASTENERS ARE PROPERLY TIGHTENED.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
1 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Feb 23, 2004
Incident date: May 12, 1998
VEHICLE HOOD LATCH UNLOCKS, CAUSING THE HOOD TO OPEN UP. CONSUMER HAS MADE CONTACT WITH THE DEALERSHIP, BUT PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. *AK
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Sep 28, 1999
Incident date: Dec 23, 1997
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED N A REAR END COLLISION. UPON IMPACT THE SEATBACK BROKE, THROWING THE DRIVER OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK DRIVER WAS THROWM AGAINST PARTS OF THE CAR. THE DRIVER ENDED UP HANGING OUT OF THE VEHICLES BACK HATCH WHICH WAS FL... Read more
Crash
2 injured
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Nov 12, 1996
Incident date: Sep 21, 1996
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. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jan 4, 1996
Incident date: Oct 15, 1995
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
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 4, 1996
Incident date: Oct 15, 1995
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
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
Oct 24, 1995
Incident date: Oct 24, 1995
THE TURN SIGNAL BROKE FELL OFF. TT
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Jul 11, 1995
Incident date: Jun 1, 1995
THE HOOD OF THE TRUCK DOESN'T CLOSE RIGHT AND IT SHAKES LIKE IT WANTS TO OPEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Apr 19, 1995
Incident date: Nov 1, 1993
TRANSMISSION WAS EATING THE GEAR. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1993 SUZUKI SWIFT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0L 3-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 31.0 | 36.0 | 33.0 | Regular | $1,900 |
| 1.0L 3-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 38.0 | 45.0 | 41.0 | Regular | $1,500 |
| 1.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 31.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 33.0 | 39.0 | 35.0 | Regular | $1,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1993 SUZUKI SWIFT
4 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| 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
TS31509283
Jan 1, 1993
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CHANGE IN TIGHTENING TORQUE OF OIL DRAIN PLUG. *Tw
0204145
May 10, 2005
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
SUZUKI SWIFT - All Years Overview
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Total Complaints
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Investigations
12
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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