Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 0311S004 | 08/01/2003 | 0111S005 | 10003040 | Poor and/or loose door weatherstrip position. *tt | 10/07/2003 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 06/22/2012 | 130000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the rear tail arm bracket broke off of the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle was not able to be driven and he had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic for repair. the mechanic stated that the failure was caused by rust and corrosion. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 130,000. | |||
| 06/22/2012 | 130000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the rear tail arm bracket broke off of the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle was not able to be driven and he had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic for repair. the mechanic stated that the failure was caused by rust and corrosion. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 130,000. sm. | |||
| 06/22/2012 | 130000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact stated that while going 55 mph, the rear tail arm bracket broke off the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle was not able to be driven and he had the vehicle towed a independent mechanic for repair. the mechanic informed that the failure was caused by a rusted corrosion. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 130,000. ap | |||
| 05/16/2012 | 60000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair when the technician advised that the center cross member and rear frame were completely rusted. in addition, the components also exhibited several cracks and holes. the mechanic recommended the vehicle be taken to a welder for repair. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000. kmj | |||
| 05/16/2012 | 60000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent auto shop for an unrelated repair and the technician noticed the center cross member and rear frame were completely rusted; also exhibited several cracks and holes. the mechanic recommended the vehicle be taken to a welder. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000. js | |||
| 09/07/2011 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair and they noticed that the frame was completely rusted. the vehicle was also taken to a collision center and welder, whom both stated that the damages were beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and they stated there was not a recall addressing the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000. sm. | |||
| 09/07/2011 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair and they noticed the frame was completely rusted. the vehicle was also taken to a collision center and welder whom both informed the damages were beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the defect and they stated there was not a recall. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000. js | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||
| 05/15/1999 | 1 | 05/01/1999 | |
| The vehicle soft top convertible shrunk during summer heat, resulting in fumes entering vehicle. yh | |||
| 05/15/1999 | |||
| Soft top shrunk during the hot summer weather as a result carbon monoxide came through the cracks. contacted dealer; will replace the soft top. this is a brand new design on this vehicle. | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 12/14/2010 | 220000 | ||
| The transmission subframe on my 1999 isusu amigo rotted and broke off. inspection of the undercarrige shows much of the subframe components are rusted through as is some of the frame. | |||
| 04/14/2010 | 160447 | ||
| Tl*-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. the contact observed when the vehicle was parked the passenger side rear suspension bar was completely rusted. the frame exhibited severe rust and broke in half. the vehicle was inoperative. the manufacturer was notified which there was no resolution. the contact had concern of the safety issue and stated the manufacturer should be responsible for the service repair. the failure mileage was 160,447. | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||
| 10/07/2012 | 135000 | 1 | |
| Hello i am the owner of a isuzu amigo i didn't know about the damage to the undercarriage until after i bought it. 10-7-2012 i brought it to my personal mechanic when i found the damage on 10-24-12. after that, i found out about the recall, and sent the car to a dealer, isuzu claims the recall has already been taken care of by the previous owner, and the excessive rust and damage is not covered by the recall. the dealership and my private mechanic say this car is not safe to drive, and the gas tank may fall out as a result of the rust damage, the transmission support is rusted badly and the brake lines are in bad shape as well. i was hoping they were going to just buy the car back from me as stated in the recall letter, i cant believe they say this damage is not covered. i know the car isn't new, but this rust is unbelievable. before i knew about the recall, i had it looked at and was told, that even if the parts are available, there isn't enough good metal to weld the new parts in. and was advised not to drive it. i am hoping you may have some advice and guidance for me. i am stuck now with an unsafe car. that i would never be able to sell to someone else. isuzu did admit to part of this excessive rust by honoring the first and second recalls, they have to realize there is more. i'm sure the dealer was instructed to only verify the parts listed in the recall and ignore the rest, as it is not covered , but out of concern for my safety they strongly suggested i have this car towed out of the lot. i guess the only way for isuzu to notice is if i drive this car until something breaks off, and i get into an accident. i cant afford another car right now. and i can't sell this one. please help! *tr | |||