10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
43 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
12 / 0
Average Mileage:
14,974 miles

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problem #139

Dec 102002

Rodeo 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 18,845 miles
I had an ABS service repair by a dealer done on 12-10-2002 on my 1999 Isuzu Rodeo vehicle and the part that was replaced was a modulator for the ABS sensor. Last Monday, 04-18-05, there was a recall that another dealer advised me to be serviced on the same nature of problem. Afterwards, I've called the Isuzu manufacturer's office and told them about my problem and I've pleaded if they can reimburse me on the first service repair that was done on my ABS. They turned me down. I wish to bring them to the court but I was adviced if I can ask your good office to please investigate if my claims can be validated by yours. Thanks.

- Daly City, CA, USA

problem #138

Jun 022003

Rodeo

  • miles
Consumer received notice and took vehicle to have work performed on vehicle and was charged when notice stated that the repairs would be free of charge.

- Sunset Hills, MO, USA

problem #137

May 012003

Rodeo

  • miles
Problems with ABS system/ ABS module. The consumer he was charged to have the recall repair work done regarding the ABS.

- El Paso, TX, USA

problem #136

Feb 072005

Rodeo

  • miles
Recall 021-002 was done on the truck but the ABS light continued to illuminate (Isuzu Rodeo). While driving the fuel pump failed/sender assembly failed and caused the vehicle to shut off.

- Flemington, NJ, USA

problem #135

Nov 152002

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
On numerous occasions for the past 2 years, when the brake pedal is pressed, it goes all the way down to the floor and does not slow the vehicle down. Brake pedal must be pumped in order to slow the vehicle. There have been several near misses of rear-ending another vehicle. To date, the brake lines have been bled, master cylinder has been replaced, rotors and drums have been replaced, and manufacturer's ABS module recall has been completed. None of these services have helped. The car is currently at the car dealership for the same problem. The dealership has indicated that they do not know what is wrong with it, but is continuing to investigate. The vehicle has been parked more than it has been driven over the past year for fear of an accident waiting to happen.

- College Park, GA, USA

problem #134

Nov 292003

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 84,413 miles
Consumer received recall 02I002000 concerning ABS brake failure. Consumer had repairs done on November 29, 2003. At this present time the ABS light remained on while driving, and the vehicle was experiencing extended stopping distance when braking. Dealer was not notified.

- Weston, WV, USA

problem #133

Apr 182004

Rodeo

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle shook in the rear. This caused extended stopping distance. Consumer will notify the dealer about this issue. The driveshaft was replaced and the slip yoke was lubricated. The problem still occurred.

- Oxon Hill, MD, USA

problem #132

Jan 282002

Rodeo

  • miles
Nar 06/26/2003 geico insurance claim. Consumer experienced brake failure as a result of the wet roadway and collided into the rear of another vehicle. The vehicle sustained more than twelve thousand dollars in collision damages.

- Kapolei, HI, USA

problem #131

Jun 042004

Rodeo

  • 62,600 miles
After starting the vehicle ABS light illuminated on the instrument panel. Recall 02I002000 was issued. Dealership would not repair this vehicle because the VIN was not included.

- Greenfield, MA, USA

problem #130

May 292004

Rodeo

  • 89,300 miles
The ABS recall 02I002000 repairs failed to correct the brake problem. When the brakes were depressed they failed to stop the vehicle immediately, resulting in extended stopping distance.

- Jenkinsburg, GA, USA

problem #129

May 112004

Rodeo

  • 47,000 miles
While driving on bumpy/wet surface ABS brakes failed, causing extended stopping distance. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

- Newtown Square, PA, USA

problem #128

Sep 192003

Rodeo

  • miles
With a simple push of the brakes, consumer spun out twice hitting a tree the second time. Soon after the accident, the consumer received a campaign notice in the mail. The consumer requested a refund for the car rental and deductible, however the manufacturer stated the ABS, coil integrated module replacement was a safety improvement campaign, which was an improvement to the ABS, the recall did not address or infer there was a defect, since the ABS in the vehicle at the time of the accident met all standards. The consumer received two letters. The first letter stated an accident could occur and the second letter stated the campaign notice was an upgrade.

- Haverhill, MA, USA

problem #127

Mar 052004

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The vehicle started revving up when I applied the brakes, with RPM's increasing after I had the vehicle serviced at a dealer for a recall on the ABS. When I took vehicle back for problem on March 5,2003, they said could find nothing to indicate source of problem and that it may be transmission. My local news station showed problem like this on other makes of vehicle that resulted in crashes/injuries. I do not want to be a statistic on some billboard, nor do I want that to happen to others. Wonder if problems on other vehicles happened after replacing ABS?

- Centreville , MD, USA

problem #126

Feb 202004

Rodeo 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 33,335 miles
When approaching a stop light brake pedal was depressed and it went down to the floor without stopping the vehicle. Then, consumer's vehicle hit the vehicle in front. Vehicle was towed to a repair shop. Insurance company found that vehicle was under recall 021002000 concerning ABS brake failure before the current owner bought the vehicle. Recall repairs were done, but recall repair parts failed which caused the vehicle not to stop.

- Stillwater, OK, USA

problem #125

Mar 172004

(reported on)

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
NHTSA recall 021002000/ABS brake system. Consumer made several attempts to contact the dealer, who stated that ABS brake system will not be available for several months.

- Reno, NV, USA

problem #124

Jan 272004

Rodeo 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The consumer received a recall letter on the anti-lock brake system three months ago. Three months later, the dealership still does not have the parts to conduct the recall.

- Miramar, FL, USA

problem #123

Jul 012003

Rodeo

  • miles
Recall# 02I002000 concerning ABS. Brake failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repairs. After the repairs were done vehicle still having problems with the ABS not operating properly.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #122

Jan 052004

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 52,000 miles
I am still experiencing the inability to stop my 1999 Isuzu Rodeo on occasion even though I have had the ABS control module replaced according to the 02I002000 recall. The dealership replaced the ABS cim on 10/29/2003. On 1/9/2004, I lost control of my brakes twice in winter weather. The brakes went almost to the floor with a grinding sound and to stop, I used my hand brake. I had a friend recreate the problem the same day. I don't believe the recall has solved the problem. This is a very dangerous situation, and I'm afraid to drive my car!

- Fairfax, VA, USA

problem #121

Oct 092003

Rodeo

  • 67,000 miles
Dealership did not have the parts to perform ABS recall 02I002000 repairs for over 60 days. Also, dealer did not know when the parts will be available.

- Lowell, MA, USA

problem #120

Nov 172003

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3 miles
ABS antilock breaks

- Rayville, LA, USA

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