Electrical System Problems of Suzuki Esteem

Suzuki Esteem owners have reported 6 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiring (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's underhood wiring (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Suzuki Esteem


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Suzuki Esteem

The Wiring problem

Was driving at night when entire electrical system died. Vehicle stopped running. This was second time that problem has happened. Vehicle was able to be restarted when driver lifted hood and jiggled master control fuse (80 amp) come loose. Taking vehicle to dealership.   Read details...

The Underhood Wiring problem

Took it to the service dept. Repeatedly and they never found problems so convienantly we had numerous problems and ended up turning the car in and lossing everything we put in to it and messing up our credit due to we were tired of fighting with the dealership and the manufacturer.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

Purchased a new Suzuki Esteem in 2001. About 30000 miles the key beagn to stick in the ignition and you could not take it out. Once you turned the car on, you could not move into park. Have had it "fixed" 3 times now.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

Horn stopped working, consumer not able to pass inspection . Not repaired at this time. Stereo and tape player failed.   Read details...

The Electrical System problem

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.   Read details...




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