10.0

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

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problem #119

Dec 302003

Rodeo 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 53,000 miles
The vehicle continued to experience problem with the ABS after the vehicle was serviced for NHTSA recall #02I002000on. The dealer stated that there was nothing they could do and that they replaced the component indicated in the recall.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #118

Nov 052003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • miles
Vehicle's ABS module is not functioning correctly, ABS warning light comes on. The consumer requested reimbursement since learning of a recall on the anti-lock brake.

- Easthampton, MA, USA

problem #117

Nov 052003

Rodeo

  • Automatic transmission
  • 80,000 miles
Vehicle was taken to the dealer on 11/5/2003 for recall 02I002000 repairs concerning ABS failure. Right after the repairs were done, consumer noticed the ABS light illuminated. Dealer told the consumer to bring the vehicle back the next day. While the consumer had the vehicle it experienced extended stopping distance. Consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer, who charged the consumer a fee for doing a diagnostic test.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

problem #116

Nov 052003

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
On February 2000 driver depressed the brake pedal at 20 mph and vehicle took longer to respond to the pedal application. The road surface was wet from raining that day. As result, the vehicle was involved in a head on collision, on January 2001, while driving 50 mph. Consumer applied the brakes and they did not respond, causing vehicle to collide with the guard rail. On November 5, 2003, again, on wet condition, while pulling out of the garage onto main road, the brakes took longer to respond. As result, the vehicle crashed into a neighbor's vehicle. On those three occasions, the front air bags failed to deploy.

- Saylorsburg, PA, USA

problem #115

Nov 062003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • miles
Upon arrival to the dealership to have recall repairs for the ABS 02I002000 performed consumer was told, they were too busy and they wouldn't be able to do it. This was after they had told the consumer to bring the vehicle in the day before, and no appointment was necessary. Also, consumer was told to bring vehicle back on Monday which was not am opportune time due to travel arrangement for that day.

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

problem #114

Oct 302003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • miles
The dealership doesn't have the parts to perform NHTSA recall 02I002000 ABS repairs dealership doesn't know when the parts will be available. The ABS warning lights illuminates while driving.

- Pensacola, FL, USA

problem #113

Jun 012002

Rodeo

  • 10,045 miles
Problems with 1999 Isuzu Rodeo brake equipment. Consumer was informed the rear pads needed to be replaced and the rotors cut. The ABS light came on as a result of a short in the ABS module which was replaced. Consumer later received a recall for the ABS module and wanted reimbursement for the previous repair. Consumer was told to contact Isuzu. Consumer did receive a portion of his refund.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

problem #112

Oct 182003

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 76,783 miles
We had a serious safety event with a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo. I was trying to drive the vehicle up service ramps to change the oil. To go up the ramp, I pressed the brake with my left foot while giving a little gas with the right. This is the same technique I have been using, on the same ramps for at least 15 years, with several other vehicles. (two other vehicles I routinely service also have ABS braking systems). On this occasion, the vehicle shot forward. As best as I can determine, the front brakes locked up while the back wheels did not. I got the ABS effect on the pedal, while the vehicle shot forward, collapsing the ramps and sliding on them 20 feet before I could get the vehicle to stop. The actions I performed are exactly the same as I would use trying to position the vehicle while going up a steep hill. I am a at a loss to understand exactly what happened except that pressing the brake harder did not work. I was not able to stop the vehicle until I took the transmission out of gear. Apparently, once the front wheels stopped turning, while the rear were rolling, the ABS system prevented the brakes from stopping the rear wheels. (when the transmission shifted to neutral, the forward drive stopped, but the engine did not race indicating that I was not pressing the accelerator). Fortunately, there was no car coming down the street, and I was able to get it to stop before we hit the car across the street.

- Oxnard, CA, USA

problem #111

Oct 142003

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 50,000 miles
The brake system on this vehicle has been worked on 4 times this year. They brakes are usually good for a couple of weeks. They brakes stop then jumps forward. Just had the dealer repair the ABS system 2 weeks ago now the brakes are squealing and going to the floor. Just barely stops. Have read over a hundred reviews about brake problems and also the gas gauge not working for the second time in 3 years.

- Acworth, GA, USA

problem #110

Sep 032003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • miles
Problems with ABS on a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo. There were intermittent ABS problems since purchase. The ABS module was changed. The dealer said that a recall was being issued and they would reimburse the consumer for the repair charges. There was an excessive oil consumption problem which had not been solved since the consumer was given the run around. Recall# 02I002000

- Easthampton, MA, USA

problem #109

Jan 012003

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • miles
Problems with ABS module on 1999 Isuzu Rodeo. The part was replaced. The consumer received recall #02I002000 which seemed to be the same problem, and requested reimbursement, however no one returned the consumer's calls. (daughter on behalf of father phillip andreula)

- Morris Plains, NJ, USA

problem #108

Aug 072003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • 19,226 miles
Problems with vehicle's fuel injection system and ABS. Consumer had to pay over $500 in repairs for a part for the fuel injection. The consumer also had work done on the ABS, because the light had came on again, the consumer just received a recall notice for ABS, but the repairs had already been done. The consumer felt the dealer should reimburse her for cost of repairs.

- Flemington, NJ, USA

problem #107

Aug 062003

Rodeo

  • miles
Recall 021002000 concerning ABS brakes. Recall repairs not performed due to lack of parts. Isuzu dealer 775-851-5000.

- Cedarville, CA, USA

problem #106

Aug 132003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • miles
Consumer has made several attempts to make an appointment with the dealership to have recall 02 I 002 000 repairs on ABS brakes performed. Dealership did not have an appointment date available.

- Mexico, MO, USA

problem #105

Aug 092003

Rodeo

  • miles
Consumer states that when trying to apply anti lock brakes brakes will lock up, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.

- Vienna, VA, USA

problem #104

Feb 022003

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
I purchased a new 1999 Rodeo which currently has approx. 50,745 miles. 2nd day of owning the vehicle, check engine light stayed on, took it to the dealership which "fixed" the problem; driving out of the lot for the second time, light came back on, took the dealership 1 week to try and figure out what was wrong with the car. Fortunately, that problem was corrected. Now, the fuel gauge indicator light continuously flashes or stays on when tank is full, making it very difficult to know how much gas is really in the tank. Not to mention the anxiety trying to remember when I last filled the tank and how much fuel it took.car vibrates at speeds higher than 55mph steering wheel just shakes. Problem with the anti lock braking system. While driving over wet surfaces or bumps, anti lock brakes seem to slide causing vehicle to continue to move after brake has been applied. Timing belt was cracked and had to be replaced without ever receiving any notification from Isuzu therefore, I had to absorb the cost of replacing a defective item originally installed by the manufacturer. Hoping Isuzu will reimburse. I have not received any recall notices since I purchased the vehicle in 1999.

- Concord, CA, USA

problem #103

Aug 042003

Rodeo 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 48,297 miles
While stopping vehicle made a loud noise and hopped forward until it hit another vehicle. Driver applied pressure to the brakes, but could not stop the vehicle. Front end was damaged. The dealer determined the problem was with the ABS system.

- Chicopee, MA, USA

problem #102

Sep 122003

(reported on)

Rodeo 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The dealership did not have parts to perform recall 02 I 002 000 repairs for ABS. Dealership did not know when the parts would be available. Consumer contacted the mechanic and they stated the parts were ordered but they haven't came in yet. The consumer then contacted the Isuzu dealership who stated there was no backlog on parts and the mechanic was lying to the consumer.

- Saratoga Springs, NY, USA

problem #101

Aug 052003

(reported on)

Rodeo

  • miles
Consumer noticed that when applying ABS brakes vehicle goes into extended stopping distance, resulting in a vehicle crash.

- Stamford, CT, USA

problem #100

Jul 242003

Rodeo

  • miles
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the ABS failed, causing the pedal to go to the floor. Dealer notified.

- Paterson, NJ, USA

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