Suzuki Esteem 2002
Model Esteem made in 2002 by Suzuki got 6 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, other and steering. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning visibility . The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.6, 1.8.
Model 2002
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | F | 27/34/30 | 30.2/43.4/34.9888 | Regular | 749 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 1.8 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | F | 26/33/29 | 28.8/42.5/33.6865 | Regular | 776 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 1.8 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 28/35/31 | 31.4/44.4/36.165 | Regular | 727 | SUBCOMPACT CARS | |
| 1.6 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | F | 26/33/29 | 28.9/42.2/33.6761 | Regular | 776 | SMALL STATION WAGONS | |
| 1.8 | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | F | 26/33/29 | 28.8/42.5/33.6865 | Regular | 776 | SMALL STATION WAGONS | |
| 1.8 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 27/34/30 | 30.1/43.9/35.0594 | Regular | 749 | SMALL STATION WAGONS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V223000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | from 01/01/2002 to 05/31/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 5319 | 07/08/2003 | MFR | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 06/16/2003 | 06/18/2003 | 571 | 212 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain passenger (111 my 2002 esteem, 777 my 2002 aerio, 2,368 my 2003 aerio) and sport utility (324 my 2002 grand vitara, 274 my 2003 grand vitara, 684 my 2002 grand vitara xl-7, and 781 my 2003 grand vitara xl-7) vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the windshield is not properly secured, it may separate from the vehicle during a crash which could result in the ejection of unbelted occupants, increasing the risk of severe injury or death. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect these vehicles. vehicles that are found to have insufficient paint adhesion will either have the problem remedied by repainting, or will be replaced, or repurchased and destroyed. owner notification began on july 8, 2003. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki recall no. ec.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 0204145 | 10014822 | Correct coolant usage. *eh | 05/10/2005 | ||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | |||||
| SC18 | 02/28/2002 | 629544 | Some vehicles may have damage to the vapor control valve. *slc | 04/02/2002 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 6 | 06/01/2002 | ||
| Check engine light has come on 6 times and there is no computer code. gas gauge is inaccurate. *jb *nlm *****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis****768037 *ts | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||
| 6 | 06/01/2002 | ||
| Check engine light has come on 6 times and there is no computer code. gas gauge is inaccurate. *jb *nlm *****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis****768037 *ts | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 03/15/2002 | |||
| While traveling another vehicle crossed into consumer's vehicle's lane and hit it. steering wheel had played into wheel, enabling him to steer.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 04/28/2008 | 67050 | 1 | |
| Sole owner 2002 suzuki esteem wagon with rotted k-frame and rusted wheels. suzuki will only cover k-frame part and dealer wants $390. for labor. are there other suzuki vehicles with reported rotted k-frames?. i've owned this vehicle since april 2002. this vehicle will not pass state inspection due to rotted frame. *tr | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 04/28/2002 | 1 | 12/15/2002 | |
| Original tire on suzuki, esteem 2002, p18560r14 dot elbodeh340. while traveling at 10 mph on slightlty wet pavement consumer was making a right turn when vehicle began to skid. vehicle felt like it was going to tip over. consumer feels there is a defect in tires. *ak *jg | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 04/28/2008 | 67050 | 1 | |
| Sole owner 2002 suzuki esteem wagon with rotted k-frame and rusted wheels. suzuki will only cover k-frame part and dealer wants $390. for labor. are there other suzuki vehicles with reported rotted k-frames?. i've owned this vehicle since april 2002. this vehicle will not pass state inspection due to rotted frame. *tr | |||