1998 Suzuki Esteem Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 8%of 24 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 brakes of the 1998 Suzuki Esteem, 8% of the 24 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.
“There is a squeaking noise when driving that stopped when brakes were applied. Took vehicle to dealer, and they changed brake pads. Three months later, problem reoccurred. Brakes have been constantly changed. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8005254, filed 2002-03Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 Suzuki Esteem
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Suzuki Esteem
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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