Suzuki Esteem 1997
Model Esteem made in 1997 by Suzuki got 15 consumer complains as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to communications and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car has one 1.6l engine.
Model 1997
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 27/34/30 | 30/43/35 | Regular | $ 599 | 3 | 960825 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 31/37/33 | 34/48/39 | Regular | $ 545 | 3 | 960825 |
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| SW07 | 05/04/2000 | 610525 | This bulletin contains the revised claims submission procedures for replacement batteries under warranty. *tt | 05/04/2000 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 0210063 | 10016419 | Service manual update-incorrect wiring diagram of the wiper/washer combination switch. *sc | 09/12/2005 | ||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 0204145 | 10014822 | Correct coolant usage. *eh | 05/10/2005 | ||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| 0109193 | 09/11/2003 | 10004641 | Service manual update - improper torque specifications. *tt | 12/29/2003 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | |||
| 03/01/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Horn stopped working, consumer not able to pass inspection . not repaired at this time. *ak stereo and tape player failed. *slc | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 02/02/1999 | 2 | ||
| Consumer has been exeperiencing problems with electrical system. vehicle had a total electrical shutdown. in addition, vehicle made a clicking noise when applying brakes. the manufacturer has yet to be contacted. *ak | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||
| 03/01/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Horn stopped working, consumer not able to pass inspection . not repaired at this time. *ak stereo and tape player failed. *slc | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| 11/24/1997 | 02/15/1997 | ||
| During a collision, passenger's seat belt failed to work properly. passenger suffered broken ribs. also, vehicle was totaled. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/01/2000 | 1 | 07/01/1997 | |
| Outside door handles , being plastic, keep breaking and you can't get in the car. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 02/02/1999 | 2 | ||
| Consumer has been exeperiencing problems with electrical system. vehicle had a total electrical shutdown. in addition, vehicle made a clicking noise when applying brakes. the manufacturer has yet to be contacted. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brakes failed resulting in vehicle accident. | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 07/04/2009 | 125000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1997 suzuki esteem. the contact stated that the part that supports the a-frame was rusted in half. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not repair the failure. the contact also called the manufacturer, but they could not assist. the failure mileage was 125,000. | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||
| 01/11/2013 | 185500 | 1 | |
| Driving along big timber straight at 40 mph then all of a sudden car started pulling to the right and started to shake, i managed to stay straight until i turned left to meadows rd. i made it home okay in the complex but was unable to use the car again. next day looked at the under carriage and then noticed the rusted out sub frame (cradle) by the right (passenger) control arm.this car is garage kept if that means anything. well this certainly is a bummer, i'll have to figure on how to fix this problem at a reasonable expense. *tr | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 01/11/2013 | 185500 | 1 | |
| Driving along big timber straight at 40 mph then all of a sudden car started pulling to the right and started to shake, i managed to stay straight until i turned left to meadows rd. i made it home okay in the complex but was unable to use the car again. next day looked at the under carriage and then noticed the rusted out sub frame (cradle) by the right (passenger) control arm.this car is garage kept if that means anything. well this certainly is a bummer, i'll have to figure on how to fix this problem at a reasonable expense. *tr | |||
| 01/11/2013 | 185500 | ||
| Driving along big timber straight at 40 mph then all of a sudden car started pulling to the right and started to shake, i managed to stay straight until i turned left to meadows rd. i made it home okay in the complex but was unable to use the car again. next day looked at the under carriage and then noticed the rusted out sub frame (cradle) by the right (passenger) control arm.this car is garage kept if that means anything. well this certainly is a bummer, i'll have to figure on how to fix this problem at a reasonable expense. | |||