1993 Suzuki Swift
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Suzuki Swift is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 26 on record.
1993 Suzuki Swift at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1993 Suzuki Swift recalls 1
MISLOCATED ATTACHING SPOT WELDS OF THE HOOD STRIKER ASSEMBLY CAUSE CRACKS TO START ON THE HOOD INNER PANEL. IF CRACKS OCCUR, THE HOOD STRIKER ASSEMBLY MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE THE HOOD LATCH WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
Fix: SUZUKI WILL (A) INSTALL TWO BOLTS AND NUTS TO SECURE THE STRIKER ASSEMBLY TO THE HOOD INNER PANEL, AND (B) ENSURE THAT THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY FASTENERS ARE PROPERLY TIGHTENED.
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.
1993 Suzuki Swift common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1993 Suzuki Swift safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1993 Suzuki Swift 2-DR. Hatchback. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1993 Suzuki Swift MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 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 1993 Suzuki Swift 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.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1993 Suzuki Swift — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 5
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming s…
Bulletin N-Q-G-045 · Suspension, Equipment · Nov 2018SUZUKI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE BUT REMAIN ACTIVE WHEN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B1312 IS STORED IN ON BOARD COMPUTER SYSTEM, BUT NO DETECTION OF CHILD OR INFANT IN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. NO MODEL O…
Bulletin SB-B1312 · Air Bags, Seats · Sep 2012INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OPERATOR'S MANUALS FOR TECH 1-A CARTRIDGES. *TT
Bulletin TS 002 05167 · Equipment · Jan 1999CHANGE IN TIGHTENING TORQUE OF OIL DRAIN PLUG. *Tw
Bulletin TS31509283 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 1993CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
Bulletin 0204145 · Engine And Engine CoolingSource: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SWIFT. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Suzuki Swift
The Suzuki Swift is a supermini car (B-segment) produced by Suzuki. The vehicle is classified as a B-segment marque in the European single market, a segment referred to as a supermini in the British Isles. Prior to this, the "Swift" nameplate had been applied to the rebadged Suzuki Cultus in numerous export markets since 1984. The Swift became its own model in 2004. Currently, the Swift is positioned between Ignis and Baleno in Suzuki's global hatchback lineup.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
1993 Suzuki Swift vehicles on record
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1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAA44S00165875
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00156031
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00160102
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00154111
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00149200
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00142281
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00151986
1993 Suzuki SwiftTSMMAB35S00109167
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00144859
1993 Suzuki SwiftTSMMAB35S00109163
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00150194
1993 Suzuki SwiftTSMMAH35S00125876
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00162059
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00162950
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAA44S00175305
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00160819
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00143785
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00162300
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAA34S00149375
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00159170
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH14S00150396
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAA44S00170548
1993 Suzuki SwiftJSAEAH35S00158196