3.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,462 miles

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problem #4

Jan 012004

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Fuel sending unit/gas gauge light flashing empty when car is full of gas. ABS light never goes out...had recall repaired dash lights..car is in park but light on dash is in (N)..light on gear shift is dead rear winshield wiper just stopped working rubber seal around rear hatchback window dry rotted causing window to shatter and break while car was sitting in driveway. This is dangerous. Car sliding through stop light when applying brakes to stop or when sitting still car will idle and cause car to move while foot is on brakes. Humming/rattling sound coming from undercarriage of these complaints are posted on several complaint websites and they all pertain to my 1999 Rodeo as well as thousands of others. My Rodeo was purchased in 2003 and I was not aware of any recalls except for the ABS one and I learned about that from a relative who has the same vehicle. If something breaks down or stops working on hers I can expect it to occur with mine or visa versa. Something needs to be done..I will never recommend anyone to purchase an isizu Rodeo if my life depended on it. Everytime I take it to a mechanic there is a Rodeo in the garage waiting to be worked on. The mechanic shakes his head..

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #3

Aug 142003

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
Fuel gauge failure, locked cd changer, rear wiper defect, passenger seat belt defect.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #2

Mar 262004

Rodeo 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 67,850 miles
While driving fuel gauge didn't work properly, fuel gauge indicated that fuel tank was full. Two minutes later, fuel gauge showed the tank was empty. Also, rear windshield wipers failed. Dealer refused to repair vehicle due to expired warranty.

- Sanford, FL, USA

problem #1

Apr 042003

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Rodeo has 60,000 miles, at about 40,000 gas gauge quit working. At 30,000 ABS unit had to be replaced now ABS light is on all the time. Also, the key has to be turned over several times before starting. Clicking noise is all you get otherwise. Dealer says all repairs are our responsibility and very costly.

- Hopkinsville, KY, USA