Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V436000 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | V (Vehicle) | 149992 | 12/10/2010 | ODI | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 09/22/2010 | 09/23/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 isuzu axiom vehicles, and honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, missouri, and kentucky. vehicles that have experienced sustained exposure to highly corrosive materials used in some jurisdictions for road deicing purposes may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link prior to the time that such corrosion would normally be expected. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. for vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound. for vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the rear suspension lower link bracket and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed. in the rare event the corrosion is so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate, isuzu and honda will develop an appropriate remedy. all inspections and remedies will be provided free of charge for vehicles that are 10 years old or less. for vehicles older than 10 years, isuzu will offer a free remedy, but only if the vehicle is presented to an isuzu service facility, or honda dealer (as applicable), dealer within 12 months of when owner notifications were issued. the safety recall is expected to begin early december 2010. isuzu owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727. honda owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| 00V058000 | ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED | from 07/01/1997 to 08/31/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 213736 | 03/31/2000 | MFR | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 03/02/2000 | 03/10/2000 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. paint was applied unevenly on the rear axles, resulting in insufficient paint hardness. should this occur on the surface that contacts the rear axle lower link bracket bolt head and/or nut, the nut may loosen. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle, increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the rear axle lower link joint nut and bolt. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification is expected to begin during march 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-643-4070, ext. 343.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| SB0108S001 | 04/01/2001 | SB0008S003 | 621351 | Some vehicles built prior to vin breakpoint 14330722 equipped with oem p215 / 235 15 inch and p225 / 245 16 inch tires may exhibit a steering wheel vibration / shimmy (nibble) or body vibration through the steering wheel or floorboard respe | 09/18/2001 |
| SB0010S001 | 03/01/2000 | 614144 | Some owners of vehicles within vin 8x4351792 may exhibit steering wheel vibration or shimmy during vehicle operation at medium to high speed. a steering nibble may be felt in the steering wheel when driving on smooth roads at highway spee | 09/29/2000 | |
| SB0008S002 | 02/01/2000 | SB0008S001 | 614149 | Some vehicles may demonstrate a body vibration at highway speeds. *tt | 09/29/2000 |
| IB0006S001 | 03/01/2000 | 613415 | Subject regarding alignment specification change. *tt | 07/13/2000 | |
| SB0008S001 | 01/01/2000 | 610547 | Some vehicles may demonstrate a body vibration at highway speeds. *tt | 05/05/2000 | |
| SB9910S001 | 05/01/1999 | 605852 | Some customers may comment on the presence of steering wheel vibration, shimmy, or nibble. *tt | 07/29/1999 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| EA09018 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 12/07/2009 | 10/15/2010 | Rear Suspension Lower Link Detachment | 10V436000 | |
| On september 22, 2010, isuzu manufacturing services of america, inc (isuzu) submitted a defect information report (nhtsa recall 10v-436) to the national highway traffic safety administration affecting approximately 120,000 model year (my) 1998-2002 isuzu rodeo and honda passport vehicles and my 2002 isuzu axiom vehicles originally sold, or currently operated, in the following states:connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin. all vehicle owners will receive the recall notification.vehicles 10 years of age or younger will be provided with a free remedy.for vehicles older than 10 years, isuzu will offer a free remedy provided the vehicle is presented to an isuzu service facility or a honda dealer (as applicable) no later than twelve (12) months after the date of mailing of the notification letter to the owner.the report describes a condition where vehicles operated in states using certain road deicing materials may exhibit excessive corrosion which may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame.according to isuzu a detached lower link may affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash.the office of defects investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data and found that 114 of the 115 (99%) alleged complete lower link separations from the frame occurred in vehicles originally sold or operated in a state covered by the recall. of these complaints 2 involved alleged crashes and 21 involved alleged loss of control incidents.the alleged crashes and loss of control incidents all occurred in vehicles operated in a state covered by the safety recall.isuzu's recall instructs dealers to inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area to determine if corrosion is present.for vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the lower link bracket area and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed.for vehicles with no visible signs of corrosion, dealers with apply anti-corrosion material to reduce the likelihood of corrosion developing in the future. based on isuzu's safety recall, this engineering analysis is closed.a copy of the recall may be assessed on nhtsa's website using the reference number above. | ||||||
| PE09030 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 06/16/2009 | 12/08/2009 | REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE | ||
| During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame is a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle is still controllable and can be safely stopped. the office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea09-018) to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
| EA09018 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 12/07/2009 | REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE | |||
| During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame is a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle is still controllable and can be safely stopped. the office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.preliminary evaluation pe09-030 has been upgraded to an engineering analysis to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||
| EA09018 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 12/07/2009 | 10/15/2010 | Rear Suspension Lower Link Detachment | 10V436000 | |
| On september 22, 2010, isuzu manufacturing services of america, inc (isuzu) submitted a defect information report (nhtsa recall 10v-436) to the national highway traffic safety administration affecting approximately 120,000 model year (my) 1998-2002 isuzu rodeo and honda passport vehicles and my 2002 isuzu axiom vehicles originally sold, or currently operated, in the following states:connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin. all vehicle owners will receive the recall notification.vehicles 10 years of age or younger will be provided with a free remedy.for vehicles older than 10 years, isuzu will offer a free remedy provided the vehicle is presented to an isuzu service facility or a honda dealer (as applicable) no later than twelve (12) months after the date of mailing of the notification letter to the owner.the report describes a condition where vehicles operated in states using certain road deicing materials may exhibit excessive corrosion which may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame.according to isuzu a detached lower link may affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash.the office of defects investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data and found that 114 of the 115 (99%) alleged complete lower link separations from the frame occurred in vehicles originally sold or operated in a state covered by the recall. of these complaints 2 involved alleged crashes and 21 involved alleged loss of control incidents.the alleged crashes and loss of control incidents all occurred in vehicles operated in a state covered by the safety recall.isuzu's recall instructs dealers to inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area to determine if corrosion is present.for vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the lower link bracket area and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed.for vehicles with no visible signs of corrosion, dealers with apply anti-corrosion material to reduce the likelihood of corrosion developing in the future. based on isuzu's safety recall, this engineering analysis is closed.a copy of the recall may be assessed on nhtsa's website using the reference number above. | ||||||
| EA09018 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 12/07/2009 | REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE | |||
| During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame is a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle is still controllable and can be safely stopped. the office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.preliminary evaluation pe09-030 has been upgraded to an engineering analysis to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
| PE09030 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 06/16/2009 | 12/08/2009 | REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE | ||
| During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame is a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle is still controllable and can be safely stopped. the office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea09-018) to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1998 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to rear suspension bracket corrosion recall notice. *smd the consumer stated she received a recall notice in july 2011 from isuzu for inspection and repair of a possible corrosion issue at the rear suspension bracket. in november 2011, the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for an inspection to performed. the repair facility sprayed an anti- corrosion as a fix. on january 12, 2013, the consumer took the vehicle for an oil change. at that time, she was informed there was a serious and dangerous condition. the technician indicated the rear stabilizer frame mount was destroyed and the frame was rusted out. the technician suggested the consumer seek an evaluation from another repair facility. the consumer went to another facility to have the vehicle inspected. the technician found the rear lateral link for the rear axle mount had rotted away, making the rear unstable. they also stated the vehicle was not road worthy. in the technician's opinion, the vehicle was totaled, as a result of the corrosion of the frame. the consumer called isuzu and they advised her to return to the repair facility for another evaluation. the repair shop examined the vehicle again. the repair facility listed on the invoice as the lateral link being broken, which was not part of the recall. the area that was previously sprayed, was still in good condition. | |||
| 08/12/2012 | 175000 | 1 | |
| Vehicle has been feeling unstable lately to the point of almost losing control. climbed under the vehicle to see if i could spot an issue an found the frame to completely rotted through on the rear driver side upper spring perch, which is coming through the cargo compartment floorboard. frame can also be crumbled with the slight push of a screwdriver at the rear frame section. *tr | |||
| 08/12/2012 | 175000 | ||
| Vehicle has been feeling unstable lately to the point of almost losing control. climbed under the vehicle to see if i could spot an issue an found the frame to completely rotted through on the rear driver side upper spring pirch, which is coming through the cargo compartment floorboard. frame can also be crumbled with the slight push of a screwdriver at the rear frame section. | |||
| 07/25/2012 | 169585 | 1 | |
| I was driving vehicle on state route. began hearing what sounded like small rocks or cinders. now on the road though. then the car started to sway some as i went around a turn. i pulled over and looked under vehicle and found my right rear sway bar bracket had rusted through and the bar was hanging on that side tried to weld a piece of metal to frame to make a new bracket and discovered the frame is also rusted through in places. my car is unsafe to drive now and is basically totaled. i have no other vehicle to drive. called isuzu and was informed it was my problem not theirs. *tr | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the under carriage was severely corroded and exhibited a loud noise when driving. in addition, the frame felt as it was separating from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the contact stated that repairs were made to the vehicle under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) was performed on the vehicle in 2010. the contact believed that the repair did not correct the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 117,000 and the current mileage was 250,000. | |||
| 07/25/2012 | 169585 | 1 | |
| I was driving vehicle on state route. began hearing what sounded like small rocks or cinders. now on the road though. then the car started to sway some as i went around a turn. i pulled over and looked under vehicle and found my right rear sway bar bracket had rusted through and the bar was hanging on that side tried to weld a piece of metal to frame to make a new bracket and discovered the frame is also rusted through in places. my car is unsafe to drive now and is basically totaled. i have no other vehicle to drive. called isuzu and was informed it was my problem not theirs. *tr | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the under carriage was severely corroded and exhibited a loud noise when driving. in addition, the frame felt as it was separating from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the contact stated that repairs were made to the vehicle under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) was performed on the vehicle in 2010. the contact believed that the repair did not correct the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 117,000 and the current mileage was 250,000. kmj | |||
| 07/25/2012 | 169585 | ||
| I was driving vehicle on state route. began hearing what sounded like small rocks or cinders. nonw on the road though. then the car started to sway some as i went around a turn. i pulled over and looked under vehicle and found my right rear sway bar bracket had rusted through and the bar was hanging on that side tried to weld a piece of metal to frame to make a new bracket and discovered the frame is also rusted through in places. my car is unsafe to drive now and is basically totaled. i have no other vehicle to drive. called isuzu and was informed it was my problem not theirs. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the under carriage was severely corroded and exhibited a loud noise when driving. in addition, the frame felt as it was separating from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the contact stated that repairs were made to the vehicle under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) was performed on the vehicle in 2010. the contact believed that the repair did not correct the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 117,000 and the current mileage was 250,000. kmj | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle under carriage was severely corroded and made a loud noise while driving, and felt as it was separating from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. recall 10v436000 suspension: rear was performed on the vehicle in two thousand ten. the contact feels that the repair did not correct the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 117,000 and the current mileage was 250,000. li | |||
| 07/16/2012 | 202000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 8 mph, the vehicle emitted a popping noise and began to sway. the vehicle was safely pushed into the contact's driveway. an independent mechanic examined the vehicle and advised the contact that the stabilizer bar fractured and was possibly beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 202,000. sm. | |||
| 07/16/2012 | 202000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 8 mph, the vehicle emitted a popping noise and began to sway. the vehicle was safely pushed into the contact's driveway. an independent mechanic examined the vehicle and stated that the stabilizer bar fractured and was possibly beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 202,000. sm. | |||
| 03/16/2012 | 206000 | ||
| Well on march 16 2012 we were driving our isuzu. rodeo on the highway going 55 mph. we then heard a popping noise and the rear of the vehicle started bouncing so we took the vehicle to a local repair shop when they said the frame was rotted out and that the shocks were. hanging their and the springs mounts had rusted off and the springs were sitting on the cargo area floor board and so a few days later we called isuzu. and they said we had to have the vehicle to one of their repair shops by the next day or they wouldn't do anything about it and we did not have money to have the vehicle towed to them and it was unsafe to drive, so in april we took the isuzu to a body shop locally and he stated the same thing as the first garage but that if we invested $2000 into a new frame it would be good as new and since we haven't had the vehicle fixed due to we dont have the money and we haven't even paid the vehicle off yet, and the major problem is isuzu wont do anything about the problem and the recall was only for the sway bar, and the whole frame is damaged | |||
| 06/07/2011 | 145000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 55 mph, the rear end of the vehicle began to sway. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road and then drove on the shoulder at a low speed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the rear axle would need to be replaced. there was a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 00v058000 (suspension: rear); however the recall expired. the vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 145,000. kmj | |||
| 06/07/2011 | 145000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 55 mph, the rear end of the vehicle began to sway. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road and then drove on the shoulder at a low speed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the rear axle would need to be replaced. there was a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 00v058000 (suspension: rear); however the recall expired. the vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 145,000. js | |||
| 05/04/2012 | 231000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, he heard a loud noise and lost control of the vehicle. the contact stated that the rear passenger side control arm fractured as a result of corrosion. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the statute of limitations for nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) had surpassed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 231,000. kmj | |||
| 05/04/2012 | 231000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph he heard a loud noise and lose control of the vehicle. the contact mentioned that the rear passenger side control arm broke as a result of corrosion. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the statue of limitation for recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) had surpass. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 231,000. pm | |||
| 04/06/2012 | 177332 | ||
| Frame rusted causing rear lower control arm to fall off almost causing a serious accident vehicle purchased 8/22/11 want to know why these vewhicles are still be allowed to be sold. it is a known problem and the recall started in 2010 and only good for 1 year so i have to junk a otherwise decent car because the frames are junk.these vehicles need to be taken off the roads for everyones safety!!!!!!!!!!!!! | |||
| 10/17/2011 | |||
| October 17, 2011, i took my rodeo to, have it serviced for the suspension:rear recall. after service the mechanics inspection report noted that: frame corroded badly, r/f hub loose, rear shock hanging, frame rotted thru and that the front c/v joint had rusted off. the service department, did not advise me to drive the car home, as it was a safety issue. over the years i have had the exhaust repaired, a number of times due to rust. this vehicle has never been off-road, and has only been used as transportation to work(all highway driving). | |||
| 12/22/2011 | 161000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact was driving 65 mph and traveled over a speed bump when the rear driver side wheel abnormally turned in the opposite direction that the vehicle was traveling. the contact stated that the rear suspension had completely detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed to the contact that the vehicle qualified for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:10v436000 (suspension:rear), but the recall was expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileages were 161,000. | |||
| 12/22/2011 | 161000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact was driving 65 mph and traveled over a speed bump when the rear driver side wheel abnormally turned in the opposite direction that the vehicle was traveling. the contact stated that the rear suspension had completely detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed to the contact that the vehicle qualified for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:10v436000 (suspension:rear), but the recall was expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileages were 161,000. kmj | |||
| 12/22/2011 | 161000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact was driving 65mph when the vehicle struck a speed bump. the rear driver side wheel went in the opposite direction of the vehicle. the contact stated the rear suspension was detached from the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin qualified for recall under nhtsa campaign id number:10v436000 (suspension:rear), but the recall was expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 161,000. rds | |||
| 12/06/2011 | 126000 | ||
| Was driving the vehicle at 30 mph when a pop in the back was heard and all steering control was lost. when i looked under the vehicle, the bracket that holds the rear axle (left side) had broken off. frame is grossly rusted. when isuzu was called regarding the current recall, was told that the nearest service center was over 3 hours away. i am currently in the process of getting the vehicle to the service center, but due to distance this is an issue. | |||
| 04/25/2003 | 70000 | 12/09/1997 | |
| At 75k miles both rear axle bearing seals failed, which in turn caused failure of both rear brakes due to axle fluid soaking into the brake shoes. *nlm | |||
| 1 | 09/22/1998 | ||
| While traveling at any speed heard a loud rattling noise was coming from under dashboard. *ak consumer states the rattling sounds like the whole dash is coming loose or the air bag has come disconnected. *slc | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 1 | 11/05/1997 | |
| When consumer was driving vehicle shook and rattled also, engine light came on and off. temperature gauge would register hot, and cold back in forth. dealership stated that warranty ran out, and dealership had acknowledgement of problem with recall. *ak the head gasket and timing chain failed. the consumer had asked the manufacturer to do the repair on warranty. *yh | |||
| 04/20/2000 | 9 | ||
| While making a turn or while driving over a bump, could hear noise coming from the front of vehicle. had taken vehicle for repairs, but nothing was resolved. *ak | |||
| 04/17/2000 | 4 | ||
| While driving at 55 mph highway speed vehicle started jerking until it stopped by itself, and consumer was unable to accelerate. *ak | |||
| 1 | 05/30/1998 | ||
| Vehicle has strong suspension vibration and become more pronounced as speed increases. consumer has had the tires balanced and rotated but the problem still exsist. nlm | |||
| 1 | 11/01/1997 | ||
| Suspension out of alignment. *yc | |||
| 03/08/1999 | |||
| The two rear tires were warped and threads were coming apart, and 2 rear rims were bent which may have caused a loss of vehicle control. every time the vehicle started or stopped, it would jerk forward. also, won't go out of park position, and brakes were grinding. please provide further information and vin#. | |||
| 06/02/1998 | 11/03/1997 | ||
| Vibration felt throughout vehicle, brakes and steering wheel. dealer stated that the wheels were unbalanced, but balancing the wheels did not fix the problem. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 03/01/1999 | |||
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak( dot number: tire size: 15 ) | |||
| Vehicle has been to the dealership five times. there is a bumping and thunking noise coming from the front on passenger's side. also, the vehicle had same problem when he purchased it. *ak | |||
| 04/13/2000 | |||
| Vehicle vibrates between 60-65mph. also, there's a knocking noise from the front & steering is not easy to control. vehicle will wander. *ak *ml | |||
| 04/13/2000 | 08/01/1998 | ||
| Vehicle vibrates while traveling between 60-65mph. knocking noise coming from front& vehicle wanders to the left. vehicle is at the dealer, found that problem was caused by tires. *ak *ml | |||
| 06/30/1998 | |||
| Front end makes a loud clonking sound whenever vehicle goes over a bump. dealer has been contacted, and is unable to find the problem. *ak *ml | |||
| 11/01/1998 | |||
| While driving over any bumps braking system malfunctioned, causing no braking ability, and resulting in a crash. also, in wet conditions vehicle wandered which caused a loss of vehicle control. dealer could not determine the cause of the problem. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 03/25/1999 | 09/08/1998 | ||
| When this vehicle reaches about 40 mph front end begins to vibrate up/until 70 mph. vibration is very strong, and can cause a loss of control. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| 09/29/1999 | 3 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Vehicle continues to shake, rattle,and vibrate at highway speeds/ 3rd alignment with only 12000 miles | |||
| 09/01/1998 | |||
| No summary | |||
| 09/01/1998 | |||
| No summary listed for this vehicle. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS | |||
| 10/24/2003 | 1 | ||
| Abs, coil integrated module replacement.*mr (nar) *cb | |||
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE | |||
| 1 | 08/01/1998 | ||
| Rear right wheel bearing failed. nlm | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 08/10/2011 | 153000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the passenger side of the rear bumper is hanging down because of rust and corrosion. the contact spoke with the dealer and was told the rear bumper was not covered under nhtsa recall campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear). the contact feels this is a manufacturer | |||
| 03/16/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Had stage 3 call back done 3/16/11.the machanic inspected the frame. both upper rear spring towers are rotted, and becoming deformed.rear shock absorber frame brakets are rotted.rear 5 mile hour bumber mounts are rotted. both fuel tank monts are rotted. the rear right upper radius arm frame monting braket is rotted. we have already paid to replaced the section of the frame that the penard bar is mounted to,, because it too had rooted off. | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 135000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop for routine inspection when the mechanic advised the contact that the vehicle was unsafe to drive because of severe corrosion. the manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id 10v436000 (suspension:rear) and that the vehicle should be taken back to the dealer where they could take pictures of the level of corrosion. as a result, they stated that the remedy specified on the recall should be sufficient enough to repair the corrosion. according to the dealer, the vehicle was unsafe to drive and should be taken off the road. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 135,000. | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 135000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to a local shop for regular inspection when the mechanic stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive do to corrosion. the manufacturer was contacted and they stated the vehicle was included on recall nhtsa campaign id 10v436000 (component: suspension:rear), they requested to take the vehicle to the dealer and have to have them send in pictures of the vehicle to see the level of corrosion. as a result they stated the remedy specified on the letter should be sufficient to repaired the problem. according to the dealer the vehicle was unsafe to drive and should be taken off the roads. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 135,000. pm | |||
| 01/01/2010 | 140000 | ||
| I own a 1998 isuzu rodeo. i just recieved a letter from isuzu stating that there was a recall on this vehicle due to massive amounts of corrosion on the frame. last january, when i went to get my inspection sticker, my mechanic stated how bad the rust was on the underside and advised me to get rid of the vehicle stating that it is unsafe to drive. i ended up holding on to the rodeo until now and upon looking into this matter have found out that there have been numerous complaints about the same issue(s) i had. let me state that i also get a 1998 ford f-150 repaired by the same mechanic. my mechanic made a statement about how my work truck may look rough, but it is in way better shape structurally than the rodeo. they both have the same manufacturing date, approximately the same amount of miles, and been driven on the same massachusetts roads with the same salt on them. so, my questions to you are, why did it take so long to get this recall in motion? why are they able to state that because the vehicle is over 10 years old they are not responsible for it even though this issue has been going on long before isuzu's recall date, or when they notified the nhtsa? it seems as if they are getting kind of a pass here. my friends toyota tacoma was recalled a few years ago and toyota stood by their product and reimbursed her the value of the truck. there should be some sort of standard set forth on certain types of recalls. this is not an issue of a faulty seat belt or rusting spare tire holder, this is an issue of a car falling apart on the road while driving it possibly injuring the passengers as well as other motorists on the road. no excuses for honda or isuzu, there is no possible way they did not know about the faults years ago while servicing the same vehicles in their garages. toyota got a public lambasting for faults in their vehicles but i have not heard a peep about honda or isuzu's lack of initiative to repair the vehicles. thank you | |||
| 12/15/2010 | 77589 | ||
| Tl. the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated received a recall letter regarding the suspension:rear ( 00v058000). the contact stated the remedy repair stated in the recall letter does not remedy the issue. the contact stated the manufacturer should replaced the entire frame due to the excessive corrosion on the frame of the vehicle. the contact stated this is a safety issue that could lead to a crash. the failure mileage was 77,589. jo | |||
| 08/26/2010 | 170000 | ||
| I own a 1998 isuzu roedo and the rear frame also rotted to the point ware the rear spring support and a crossmember are almost completly rotted off also the left rear shock support completly became detached from frame | |||
| 1 | |||
| Manufacturer's recall 00405800 concerning rear axle. consumer was informed that dealership would perform repairs. urged consumer to make an appointment for repairs on vehicle. *ak | |||
| 04/06/2000 | 30000 | 5 | 07/01/1998 |
| Recall #00v058000, subject...rear axle: the vehicle has been to the dealer at least five times for repairs. each time the consumer brought the vehicle in, the mechanic couldn't find the problem. vehicle is not under recall. *ph *nm | |||
| 08/01/2001 | 1 | 03/01/1998 | |
| Sway bar broke off while consumer was driving. contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. *ak consumer states vehicle is jerking backwards while driving. dealer could not find anything, however problem persist. abs light comes on intermittently. dealer could not find a problem. *tt | |||
| 11/17/1998 | 5 | ||
| The dealership has tightened the axle bolts at least four times and replaced them once as a result of recall campaign (00v-58) and service bulletin (sb0006s002). consumering is still experiencing the same problem. in september, 2000 the rear axle had to be replaced. after driving for about 2 1/2 weeks the slipping problem is still present. *cj | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer took vehicle to dealer for recall (00v058) repair of the rear axle which was making the noise, returned after being repaired one day. *et | |||
| 06/01/1998 | 3 | 05/01/1998 | |
| Vehicle has strong suspension vibration since brand new. vibration is present at speeds of 25mph & above, & becomes more pronounced as speed increases. have had tires balanced twice by 2 different dealers. original dealer also tried swapping tires & wheels with another new rodeo. goodyear store rebalanced & rotated tires on 3 occasions. nothing has helped. vehicle is unstable and very uncomfortable at highway speeds. | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 1 | 12/28/1997 | ||
| Right rear shocks had to be replaced because of a big welding sputter. | |||