Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2000 Subaru Esteem peaked in 2000, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2000 Subaru Esteem
Wagon, gasoline, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Jan 12, 2000 to Apr 6, 2001.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints2Below the median 2000 wagon
Severity index0.02000 wagons average 9.6
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2000 Subaru Esteem name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2000 Subaru Esteem
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2000 Subaru Esteem
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Apr 6, 2001Minneapolis, MNControl module (tcm/pcm/tecm), Service brakes, Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON WET PAVEMENT TRACTION IS VERY POOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE TO OCCUR. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
NHTSA complaint 885236 - Filed Jan 12, 2000Failure Dec 15, 1999St-Hippolyte, AK12v/24v/48v battery
THE DEALER SAID IT WAS A NONE PROBLEM, IT'S NOT VERY GOOD FOR THE BATTERY LIFE. *AK
NHTSA complaint 717237
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
14 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 01-168-09R Aug 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. - 0116809R Aug 7, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Replacement Key and Immobilizer info - 0116809R Jul 17, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info - 01-167-08R Aug 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. - 15-302-22 Aug 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. - 15-192-22R Mar 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment). - 01-167-08R Jun 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models - 09-51-08R Jun 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure. - 14-22-16R Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. - 14-22-16R Aug 4, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List. - 01-181-20 Apr 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices) - 01-168-09R Apr 25, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. - SB-05-50-10R Feb 3, 2011 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM - 0204145 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.