general problems of the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick

Five problems related to suspension have been reported for the 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2002

While traveling on highway, there is a knocking noise underneath vehicle. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer states front of car started to shake causing loose steering, causing an accident where two people were injured.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 12/26/2001

The vehicle struts broke while driving, the consumer never received recall notice 00v-008 relating to the strut rod. Nlm.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/03/2000

Recall repair completed (00v-008), however the mechanic failed to repair correctly, consumer had to return for additional repair.

4 Suspension problem

Consumer tried several times to get dealer to repair vehicle under recall. But no parts were available. Please provide further information.

5 Suspension problem

Recall # 00v008000 Suzuki/front struts; dealer did not have parts to correct recall campaign. Owner was told to call back. Please provide any further information.


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