2002 Suzuki Esteem recalls and problems
The 2002 Suzuki Esteem has 1 safety recall and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Suzuki dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2002 Suzuki Esteem vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2002 Suzuki Esteem recalls
Recall 03V-223: Visibility
Problem: Certain passenger (111 my 2002 esteem, 777 my 2002 aerio, 2,368 my 2003 aerio) and sport utility (324 my 2002 grand vitara, 274 my 2003 grand vitara, 684 my 2002 grand vitara xl-7, and 781 my 2003 grand vitara xl-7) vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, 'windshield mounting." the windshield may not be properly secured to the vehicle body due to insufficient adhesion between the paint applied during the second-stage painting process and the paint applied during final-stage painting.
Risk: If the windshield is not properly secured, it may separate from the vehicle during a crash which could result in the ejection of unbelted occupants, increasing the risk of severe injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles. Vehicles that are found to have insufficient paint adhesion will either have the problem remedied by repainting, or will be replaced, or repurchased and destroyed. Owner notification began on july 8, 2003. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
2002 Suzuki Esteem problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Frame and Members — 2
- Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 67,050 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2002 Suzuki Esteem complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Suzuki Esteem years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Suzuki Esteem have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Suzuki Esteem: 03V-223 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Suzuki Esteem?
Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by wheels (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 67,050 miles.
Are Suzuki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.