Suzuki Sidekick owners have reported 27 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's clutch (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's clutch pedal/linkage (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
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...
I had just pulled onto a major highway, luckily was only going 40 mph in 4th gear when the driveshaft came off the motor mount, but stayed attached to the rear. My truck came up off the ground 3 ft. According to a witness who was behind me at the time. I was able to pull off the highway. Read details...
While driving transmission is hard to shift in and out of gears. Repairs were done on vehicle, but problem still exists. 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...