1997 Suzuki Esteem Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 29%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the electrical system of the 1997 Suzuki Esteem, 29% of the 7 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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.”
NHTSA complaint #834572, filed 1999-02Related service bulletins
- 10016419Sep 12, 2005Service manual update-incorrect wiring diagram of the wiper/washer combination switch.
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Suzuki Esteem
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Suzuki Esteem
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.
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