How much is insurance for a 1986 Suzuki Samurai in Ohio?

Insurance for a 1986 Suzuki Samurai in Ohio (OH) varies by driver profile, but Ohio requires minimum liability coverage of 25/50/25. Older model years like the 1986 generally have lower premiums. Compare quotes from multiple carriers.

Does the 1986 Suzuki Samurai have any recalls?

To check if your specific 1986 Suzuki Samurai has open recalls, enter your 17-character VIN into Car Alpha's free recall checker. This searches the official NHTSA database. All recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealerships.

How do I decode a 1986 Suzuki Samurai VIN?

Enter your 17-character VIN into Car Alpha's free VIN decoder to instantly get full specs, manufacturing details, recall history, and ownership guidance for your 1986 Suzuki Samurai using official NHTSA VPIC data.

What are Ohio's requirements for a 1986 Suzuki Samurai?

Ohio requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/25, valid registration, and a clean title. Check your 1986 Samurai's warranty status and consider extended coverage options.

1986 Suzuki Samurai in Ohio

SUV·Model Year 1986·OH·Midwest

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Everything Ohio drivers need to know about owning a 1986 Suzuki Samurai — from Ohio insurance requirements and minimum coverage (25/50/25) to lemon law protections, registration fees, and VIN decoding.

1986 Samurai Insurance in Ohio

Ohio requires minimum liability coverage of 25/50/25 for all registered vehicles, including the 1986 Suzuki Samurai.

Ohio Minimum Coverage

25/50/25

Model Year

1986

Ohio Avg. Annual Cost

$1,083

As an older model year, the 1986 Suzuki Samurai generally has lower insurance premiums in Ohio. You may want to evaluate whether comprehensive and collision coverage is cost-effective given the vehicle's current market value.

Ohio insurance guide Compare 1986 Samurai rates in OH

1986 Samurai Lemon Law in Ohio

Ohio's lemon law primarily covers new vehicle purchases. If you purchased your 1986 Suzuki Samurai new and experienced persistent defects early on, you may have had lemon law protections. For used 1986 Samurai purchases, check Ohio's used car consumer protection laws and implied warranty rules. Ohio's Lemon Law covers new vehicles within 1 year or 18,000 miles. After three repair attempts or 30 days out of service, the consumer can request arbitration for a refund or replacement.

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Registering a 1986 Samurai in Ohio

All Suzuki Samurai vehicles driven in Ohio must be registered with the state DMV. Ohio charges a base registration fee of $31 plus a highway use tax and county-specific permissive taxes that vary. Electric vehicles pay an additional $200 annual fee. Title fee is $15.

Registration Fee

$31 - $55 for most vehicles

Title Fee

$15

Plate Fee

$7.50

Emissions Testing: Ohio requires emissions testing. Emissions testing (E-Check) is required in select urban counties including parts of greater Cleveland and greater Akron for vehicles 4-25 model years old. Testing is free at designated stations. Your 1986 Suzuki Samurai must pass emissions before registration can be renewed.

Ohio registration guide