1998 Suzuki Esteem vs 1999 Suzuki Esteem
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Suzuki Esteem | 1999 Suzuki Esteem |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 6 | 7 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Suzuki Esteem | Suzuki Esteem |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 7 | 4 |
| Suspension | 6 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1998 Suzuki Esteem
1999 Suzuki Esteem
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.