Suzuki Samurai recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Suzuki Samurai, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Suzuki Samurai, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1986–1998 with 4 recall campaigns and 48 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1991 (1), 1990 (1), and 1989 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1988 (21), 1992 (6), and 1987 (6).
- Top recall theme: Seats and restraints.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Suspension:front, Seat belts:front:retractor.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1988–1991These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 95V103008 · Seat belts: Buckle assembly
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Suzuki Samurai in NHTSA complaint data are Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Suspension:front, Seat belts:front:retractor.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 0 | 1 | Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued. |
| 1994 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Seats:front assembly:recliner. |
| 1992 | 0 | 6 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs, Steering:hydraulic power assist system, Structure:body. |
| 1991 | 1 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Suspension:front, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components. |
| 1990 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:ignition:module, Seat belts:front:webbing. |
| 1989 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Tires:tread/belt. |
| 1988 | 1 | 21 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Seat belts:front:retractor, Tires:tread/belt. |
| 1987 | 0 | 6 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Steering: steering wheel/handle bar, Suspension:front. |
| 1986 | 0 | 5 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:rear/other, Structure:frame and members, Suspension:front. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Seat belts
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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