1995 Suzuki Esteem
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1995: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
12 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 13 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
Tires
2 of 13 total reports mention: tires.
Suspension
2 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing lower ball joint.
Show complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-18
Also filed under Power train and steering
Power train
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit.
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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 ODI report, 2005-02-22
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1995 Suzuki Esteem — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1995 Suzuki Esteem reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1995 Suzuki Esteem?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 92% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1995 Suzuki Esteem have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.