Table 1 shows eight common power train related problems of the 1996 Suzuki Sidekick. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the clutch pedal/linkage (four problems).
This car has been in the shop almost from the day I purschased it from largo Honda in key largo florida; Dec. Of 1999. Although I purschased an extended service contract for $8,000, I was never able to get satifaction from the dealer, the seller, or my warrenty CO. Read details...
Clutch pedal separates from pivot shaft. Weld brakes, pedal detaches, vehicle disabled. Third occurrence. Oem pedal replacement reveals no-warranty, common occurrence failure mode. Pedal re-attached to shaft by professional welders on two previous occurrences. Read details...
It seems these troubles are unusual for any car owner and very costly!! the speedometer was relaced by my husband with a part bought online for $50 in one day, where the dealer would have had it for a week and charged us $350. However, the clutch is a much bigger problem. Read details...