2001 Suzuki Esteem structure problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2001 Suzuki Esteem — 48% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Husband was driving vehicle when the front tire gave way and bent in from frame. Took to the repair shop and was informed that the entire frame was rotted out. The vehicle could not be repaired as the part is not available. The car only had 129,000 miles on it. This is a common problem with the car…”
filed May 29, 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 suzuki esteem. The contact stated that the front sub frame was completely rusted out, causing the vehicle to be unstable. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that there was nothing they could do to assist. The failure and current mileages were 199,000.”
filed May 16, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Esteem years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 Esteem | 9 | 35% |
| 1999 Esteem | 4 | 20% |
| 1998 Esteem | 7 | 29% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Suzuki Esteem
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.