Suzuki Jimny 1998-2011 Left Front Fender (LH)

Rust eating into the metal under the wheel arch, or a dent from a rock strike — on an older Jimny, that's one of the most common reasons for replacing the front fender, and finding a rust-free original at a reasonable price isn't always easy. This left front fender is an aftermarket replacement made to match the body shape of the first-generation Jimny, supplied as bare steel and ready to fit once painted.

Key benefits

• The shape and mounting-hole layout match the factory panel, so the fender fits without drilling extra holes or modifying the body.
• It's an aftermarket replacement rather than a genuine Suzuki part — a sensible price point when an original is hard to source or you just need to bring the body back to a factory-correct look, rather than doing a concours restoration.
• The same product line also covers the right-side version (NOM-1201003RH), so if you're replacing both fenders you can order the pair from one manufacturer.

Specifications / confirmed facts

• Reference number: NOM-1201003LH
• Fitting side: left front (the manufacturer labels this side as the passenger side)
• Compatibility: Suzuki Jimny, first generation, model years 1998-2011
• Supplied as bare steel — requires painting before fitting
• Product type: aftermarket replacement (not a genuine Suzuki part)

Who it's for

This is aimed at owners of the older, pre-facelift Jimny (JB33/JB43/JB53 generation, built 1998-2011) replacing a fender after corrosion, a collision, or as part of a bodywork refresh. Because the fit is specific to this generation, check your vehicle's model year before ordering — the post-2012 facelift model has a different front-end body shape and this fender will not fit it.

Fitting / notes

The fender arrives as bare steel, so it needs painting to match your vehicle's colour before fitting — the only extra step compared with a ready-painted part. The mounting holes are pre-punched at the factory position, so fitting itself is a straightforward bolt-in job in place of the old fender.

Why it's worth it

• Factory shape and hole spacing — no improvising during fitting.
• A reasonable replacement price instead of a long search for a good-condition original.
• A matching right-side fender is available if you're replacing both sides at once.

If your Jimny's left front fender shows visible corrosion or a dent, this is a straightforward way to bring the body back to its factory look without hunting for a used part.

Frequently asked questions

Does the fender need painting before fitting?

Yes, it's supplied as bare steel and needs to be painted to match your vehicle's colour before it's fitted.

Does this fender fit every 1998-2011 Jimny version?

The fender is shaped to match the first-generation Jimny body (JB33/JB43/JB53) built between 1998 and 2011. It does not fit the post-2012 facelift model, which has a different front body shape.

Is this a genuine Suzuki part?

No — it's an aftermarket replacement matched in shape and mounting-hole layout to the original part, not a component carrying the vehicle manufacturer's branding.

Is a right-side version available?

Yes, the same product line also includes a right front fender (NOM-1201003RH), ordered as a separate item.

Does fitting require drilling extra holes?

No — the mounting holes are pre-punched at the factory position and match the layout of the original fender.