Engine continues to run at 3,000 RPM when foot is off accellerator, will not return to idle speed unless car ignition is turned off.
The worst 2001 Subaru Esteem problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Subaru Esteem 12
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an...
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a...
- This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for...
- This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during...
- This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for...
- This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
- To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed...
- Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
- All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
- Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
What 2001 Subaru Esteem owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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Questions about the 2001 Subaru Esteem
Is the 2001 Subaru Esteem reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Subaru Esteem, close to a typical Esteem model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Subaru Esteem?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2001 Subaru Esteem have?
No recalls on record.
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