1991 Suzuki Sidekick
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1991 Suzuki Sidekick is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1991 Suzuki Sidekick at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1991 Suzuki Sidekick recalls 1
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Fix: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SU…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1991 Suzuki Sidekick common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1991 Suzuki Sidekick safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1991 Suzuki Sidekick 2-DR. 4x4. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1991 Suzuki Sidekick MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 7 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1991 Suzuki Sidekick costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.