1997 Suzuki Esteem
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
7 complaints1 injuries
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- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension
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…
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
- Structure › Frame and members
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.
- Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Outside door handles , being plastic, keep breaking and you can't get in the car.
- Electrical system › Horn · Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Horn stopped working, consumer not able to pass inspection . Not repaired at this time. *ak stereo and tape player failed. *slc
- Electrical system · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
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
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Brakes failed resulting in vehicle accident.
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
During a collision, passenger's seat belt failed to work properly. Passenger suffered broken ribs. Also, vehicle was totaled.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10152052This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming separated from the suspension lower arm.
- 10016419Service manual update-incorrect wiring diagram of the wiper/washer combination switch.
- 10014822Correct coolant usage.
- 10004641Service manual update - improper torque specifications.
- 610525This bulletin contains the revised claims submission procedures for replacement batteries under warranty.
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