Vehicle recall 94V073002 · April 16, 1994

1993-1994 Suzuki Sidekick

The right rear and left axle shaft housing tubes were incorrectly welded and can fracture.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The right rear and left axle shaft housing tubes were incorrectly welded and can fracture. Fracture of the rear axle shaft housing can result in separation of the affected wheel assembly and separation of the brake line.
Consequence: Separation of the wheel assembly can cause loss of vehicle control and separation of the brake line results in loss of one-half ofthe braking system, increasing stopping distance. In either case, an accidentcan occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the welds of the rear axle assemblies on involved vehicles and, if necessary, replace the complete rear axle assembly.
Notes: System: suspension; single axle; rearvehicle description: utility vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date, and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact Suzuki service center at 1-800-934-0934. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 94V073002
Reported to NHTSA: April 16, 1994
Filed by: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Owner notification: May 12, 1994
Vehicles potentially affected: 5,247
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Suspension › Rear

Recall 94V073002 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Suzuki Sidekick (1993-1994): 1994, 1993

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