1995 Suzuki Esteem Problems
- Complaints
- 13filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1995 Suzuki Esteem (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 1995 Suzuki Esteem. The part named most often is brakes, with 8 complaints (62% of the total), followed by engine cooling (2) and fuel system (2). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 80,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes8 62%
- Engine cooling2 15%
- Fuel system2 15%
- Suspension2 15%
- Tires2 15%
- Air bags1 7.7%
- Electrical system1 7.7%
- Exterior lighting1 7.7%
- Steering1 7.7%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Brakes locking up at high speeds,eplaced master cylinder,replaced cv axle and boot,ent object reported,runk leaks and water where spare sits,replaced catalyic converter,end rims was told by mechanic car was wrecked before purchased .”
NHTSA complaint #10111982, filed 2005-02, 80,000 milesEngine cooling: “Vehicle would die after going 50mph. Had taken to dealer & the fuel filter, pump, alternator & battery had been changed or replaced at least 9 different times. It's an erractic operation.”
NHTSA complaint #843849, filed 1999-07Fuel system: “The contact owns a 1995 Suzuki Esteem. Whenever the contact walked near the vehicle, he would smell gasoline. He stated that gasoline was leaking from outside of the pipe onto the ground. The current mileage was 127,700 and failure mileage was 127,000. Update 10/01/08 updated 10/03/08.”
NHTSA complaint #10240216, filed 2008-08, 127,000 milesSuspension: “Car exhibited a tendency to pull to the right at first. After turning a corner the car pulled to the left. Going down the highway the front of the car wandered from side to side. After I parked the car and re started the engine when I put it into gear a loud banging noise came from the front of the car and it did not move in reverse or drive. Banging stopped in neutral and park. I jacked up the car and the front sub-frame was rusted thru right next to where the lower suspension arm attached to it.”
NHTSA complaint #10466498, filed 2012-07, 70,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 70,000 and 127,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1995 Suzuki Esteem in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018Suspension, Equipment. This 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…
- 10016419Sep 12, 2005Electrical system. Service manual update-incorrect wiring diagram of the wiper/washer combination switch.
- 10014822May 10, 2005Engine cooling. Correct coolant usage.
Other model years of the Suzuki Esteem
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 | 67,050 | 1 | — | 26 | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 21 | 123,000 | 0 | — | 26 | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 26 | 96,000 | 0 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 20 | 86,917 | 0 | — | 26 | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 24 | 100,000 | 0 | — | 28 | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 7 | 155,250 | 0 | — | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 5 | 73,000 | 0 | — | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 13 | 80,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1995 Suzuki Esteem have?
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 1995 Suzuki Esteem as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1995 Suzuki Esteem is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 8 complaints (62% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 2.
Has the 1995 Suzuki Esteem been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1995 Suzuki Esteem reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 80,000 miles and the middle half falls between 70,000 and 127,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.