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 07/01/1998 to 10/31/1999 | 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 | |
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. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 02/04/2013 | 211000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the frame was rusted and corroded, causing the bumper to become detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for confirmation of the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the contact stated that prior to the failure, he received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension) however, the vehicle was not serviced under the recall because the closest authorized dealer was over 100 miles from the contact | |||
| 02/04/2013 | 211000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the frame was rusted and corroded, causing the bumper to become detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for confirmation of the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the contact stated that prior to the failure, he received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension) however, the vehicle was not serviced under the recall because the closest authorized dealer was over 100 miles from the contact | |||
| 02/04/2013 | 211000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the frame was completely rusted and corroded. the contact stated the bumper came off and the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop who notices the rusted frame. the manufacturer was not notified. the contact stated there was a previous recall nhtsa campaign number: 10v436000: suspension. the manufacturer was notified back then but the vehicle was never taken to the dealer because the dealer was 120 miles away and it was too dangerous for the vehicle to be driven that far. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 211,000. mw | |||
| 01/29/2010 | 170000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while trying to decelerate, the rear brakes seized and the vehicle skidded. the contact also stated that the brake warning light constantly illuminated. the contact believed that the failure may have been due to an abs failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who replaced the abs module but the failure recurred. while the vehicle was being inspected, the technician also noticed that the frame was rusted and corroded. the vehicle was repaired under recall nhtsa campaign number id 10v436000 (suspension) but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 170,000. mah | |||
| 01/29/2010 | 170000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated there was an abs locking failure. this caused the brake light to illuminate constantly. while trying to stop the vehicle and depress the brake pedals the rear brakes would lock and the vehicle would skid. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop who replaced the abs module but the failure constantly recurred. the contact stated there was rust and corrosion on the frame of the vehicle after the mechanic inspects the frame. the contact stated he receives a recall notice on the suspension for the rust. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who only sprayed the frame for the rust problem but the rust problem did not go away. the recall nhtsa campaign number: 10v436000 : suspension. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 170,000. mw | |||
| 11/28/2012 | 126000 | 1 | |
| The problem is the frame rusted at the right end bracket the holds the right wheel. latter found the whole frame is all rusted and the vehicle is undrivable. this could have resulted in a server crash and hazardous condition. found this safety recall expired 12/2011. how can that be?. thank you *tr | |||
| 11/28/2012 | 126000 | ||
| The problem is the frame rusted at the right end bracket the holds the right wheel. latter found the whole frame is all rusted and the vehilcle is undrivable. this could have resulted in a server crash and hassardious condition. found this safety recall expired 12/2011. how can that be?. thank you | |||
| 11/01/2012 | 149000 | 1 | |
| This vehicle fails nh state inspection due to rusted frame and suspension system. isuzu admitted vehicle is part of recall class but will not honor as that recall expired in dec 2011. *tr | |||
| 11/01/2012 | 149000 | ||
| This vehicle fails nh state inspection due to rusted frame and suspension system. isuzu admitted vehicle is part of recall class but will not honor as that recall expired in dec 2011. | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 150000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the contact stated that rear end of the vehicle still felt unstable after the repairs were performed. the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the rear frame was severely rusted and corroded. the corrosion was very prevalent near the rear wheels. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not safe to be driven and should have never been repaired under the recall. the manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 150,000. the vin was not available. kmj | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 150000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the contact stated that rear end of the vehicle still felt unstable after the repairs were performed. the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the rear frame was severely rusted and corroded. the corrosion was very prevalent near the rear wheels. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not safe to be driven and should have never been repaired under the recall. the manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 150,000. sm. | |||
| 05/17/2012 | 149000 | ||
| We purchased this vehicle in 2000 from wright auto dealers, we were never notified or told about 1st recall, on 5/17 the bracket holding the frame broke, this vehicle was taken in for 2nd recall and we were told it was safe, only stage 2 a few months later after sitting in the garage the vehicle failed while on the road, we could have been killed. it has been almost a month, at first they said it could be fixed a week later they told us it was stage 5 and could not be fixed. the dealer also wright auto said they sent in forms and pictures to isuzu, still we have been without our suv for a month. something needs to be done, we purchased this suv in good faith that it was built right, we loved this vehicle and now we are left hanging with no word from anyone. we had to keep calling the dealer and would wait on hold for 10 to 15 minutes and still no one is taking responsibility for this defective vehicle. we need to replace this suv someone has to make isuzu make this right, this vehicle is a truck it should have lasted 10 more years, the body is perfect just like new, please someone has to help all the people who have been affected by a manufacturer not making this vehicle correctly. please someone help | |||
| 02/22/2012 | |||
| While my son was driving the vehicle he lost control when the rear axle made a loud noise and rear of suv veered off. he recovered the control of the vehicle and pulled to side of road. a large piece of the suspension bar that connected to rear axle was detached from frame of vehicle. he drove suv slowly home the remaining two blocks. upon inspection by mechanic (and myself) it was determined that the rear stabilization arm to the axle was rusted to the extent that it snapped off the frame of the vehicle. the location of where the bar attached to vehicle was also rusted. the mechanic estimated that the bar would need to be welded back on to the frame, however, the corrosion on the frame was such that there might not even be a possible weld spot. the other side of rear suspension (passenger side) was also highly corroded. the vehicle is not safe to be driven right now. | |||
| 12/29/2011 | |||
| Purchased 1999 isuzu rodeo in june, when i took it for inspection, it wouldn't pass. took the car to a welding/frame specialist to have the problem fixed. he deemed the car unfixable bacause of excessive rust and corrosion. he said it would need an entire new frame to make it safe to drive. he looked until dec for an acceptable frame until he said, just take it to isuzu, i cant locate the parts needed. i had the car towed to isuzu on dec 29th for them to inform me i was past the recall warranty date. i explained my situation, and they didn't want to hear it. these junk frames are going to kill someone, the problem isn't just the rear mounting bracket. my entire frame is rotted through. in fact, in the 60 miles it took for my car to be towed fromn the repair shop to isuzu, my spare tire actually fell off my rodeo because of the corrosion. thank heavens i wasn't driving it, it would have caused an accident. | |||
| 07/15/2011 | 128000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken to a frame specialist for inspection of the rear frame. the specialist stated to the contact that the front and rear frame was severally corroded. the contact later received a recall notice for the rear frame under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the manufacturer was contacted but advised the contact that the recall had expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 128,000. kmj | |||
| 12/29/2011 | |||
| Purchased 1999 isuzu rodeo in june, when i took it for inspection, it wouldn't pass. took the car to a welding/frame specialist to have the problem fixed. he deemed the car unfixable bacause of excessive rust and corrosion. he said it would need an entire new frame to make it safe to drive. he looked until dec for an acceptable frame until he said, just take it to isuzu, i cant locate the parts needed. i had the car towed to isuzu on dec 29th for them to inform me i was past the recall warranty date. i explained my situation, and they didn't want to hear it. these junk frames are going to kill someone, the problem isn't just the rear mounting bracket. my entire frame is rotted through. in fact, in the 60 miles it took for my car to be towed fromn the repair shop to isuzu, my spare tire actually fell off my rodeo because of the corrosion. thank heavens i wasn't driving it, it would have caused an accident. | |||
| 07/15/2011 | 128000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken to a frame specialist for inspection of the rear frame. the specialist stated the front and rear frame were severally corroded. the contact later received a recall notice for the rear frame. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) but the time frame to have the rear frame repaired had expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 128,000. ds | |||
| 12/29/2011 | |||
| Purchased 1999 isuzu rodeo in june, when i took it for inspection, it wouldn't pass. took the car to a welding/frame specialist to have the problem fixed. he deemed the car unfixable bacause of excessive rust and corrosion. he said it would need an entire new frame to make it safe to drive. he looked until dec for an acceptable frame until he said, just take it to isuzu, i cant locate the parts needed. i had the car towed to isuzu on dec 29th for them to inform me i was past the recall warranty date. i explained my situation, and they didn't want to hear it. these junk frames are going to kill someone, the problem isn't just the rear mounting bracket. my entire frame is rotted through. in fact, in the 60 miles it took for my car to be towed fromn the repair shop to isuzu, my spare tire actually fell off my rodeo because of the corrosion. thank heavens i wasn't driving it, it would have caused an accident. | |||
| 07/15/2011 | 128000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken to a frame specialist for inspection of the rear frame. the specialist stated the front and rear frame were severally corroded. the contact later received a recall notice for the rear frame. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) but the time frame to have the rear frame repaired had expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 128,000. ds | |||
| 12/29/2011 | |||
| Purchased 1999 isuzu rodeo in june, when i took it for inspection, it wouldn't pass. took the car to a welding/frame specialist to have the problem fixed. he deemed the car unfixable bacause of excessive rust and corrosion. he said it would need an entire new frame to make it safe to drive. he looked until dec for an acceptable frame until he said, just take it to isuzu, i cant locate the parts needed. i had the car towed to isuzu on dec 29th for them to inform me i was past the recall warranty date. i explained my situation, and they didn't want to hear it. these junk frames are going to kill someone, the problem isn't just the rear mounting bracket. my entire frame is rotted through. in fact, in the 60 miles it took for my car to be towed fromn the repair shop to isuzu, my spare tire actually fell off my rodeo because of the corrosion. thank heavens i wasn't driving it, it would have caused an accident. | |||
| 07/15/2011 | 128000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken to a frame specialist for inspection of the rear frame. the specialist stated the front and rear frame were severally corroded. the contact later received a recall notice for the rear frame. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) but the time frame to have the rear frame repaired had expired. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 128,000. ds | |||
| 12/31/2011 | 158000 | ||
| I was told by someone who works for isuzu that i needed to send pictures to isuzu so that they could consider whether or not i have a complaint regarding my 1999 isuzu rodeo ls. i feel confident that my lower rear suspension brackets would have broken off because of rust if the rear upper brackets hadn't broken off first. my rear shocks have nowhere to attach and the vehicle bounces freely on the rear springs. i was told that since it was so dangerous to drive my car to charleston, which is about an hour away, that i could just take some pictures of underneath my car regarding this issue. i cannot find the phone # to which i was to call to get the email address to upload the pictures i've taken on the underside of the rear of the suspension. also, i have added 4 invalid last 4 digits because the remaining numbers have been corroded somehow. sincerely, jonathan spencer | |||
| 11/10/2011 | 96474 | ||
| Frame, right and left lower control arms rusted through in many places. also exhaust leaking in many places due to rust. will not pass yearly inspection. can no longer drive vehicle due to safety issues as well as failure to pass inspection. | |||
| 11/30/2011 | 129842 | ||
| Vehicle inspected by grand buick today, 11/30/2011, and found frame rusted beyond repair. grand buick notified isuzu of condition and they would not release the vehicle back to me. | |||
| 11/12/2011 | |||
| The recall for the forward mounting bracket for the left and rear suspension does not include a rental car for the duration of the repair. i have to work and do not feel i should have to pay for a rental car for a recall problem. i've been told it will take at least 3 days or they will keep the car permantly if it is too bad to repair. i would be left without a vehicle to get to work or to look for a vehicle if they should keep it. i feel a rental car should be provided for a reasonable amount of time also if they should keep the vehicle. | |||
| 11/09/2010 | 185459 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle began to sway from left to right. the contact drove to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, where both rear lower link brackets were replaced under nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the technician stated that the frame completely corroded and the damages were beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 185,459. | |||
| 11/09/2010 | 185459 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle began to sway from left to right. the contact drove to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, where both rear lower link brackets were replaced under nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the technician stated that the frame completely corroded and the damages were beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 185,459. sm. | |||
| 11/09/2010 | 185459 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle began to sway from the left to right direction. the contact drove to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where both rear lower link brackets were replaced under nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the technician stated the frame completely corroded and the damages were beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 185,459. js | |||
| 05/20/2011 | 103000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the bracket that connected to the springs was rusted and corroded. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) which the vehicle was included. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer notified the manufacturer that the corrosion was so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate. the dealer was waiting on the manufacturer to make a decision as to what they would do with the vehicle. the manufacturer had not spoken with the contact. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 103,000. | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 130000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer to have nhtsa campaign number: 0v436000, suspension: rear repair performed but the repair did not correct the failure. the front frames and axle were also corroded. the manufacturer stated that they would only the repair the component stated in the recall and would not assist with any additional failures. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 130,000. | |||
| 05/20/2011 | 103000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the bracket that connected to the springs was rusted and corroded. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) which the vehicle was included. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer notified the manufacturer that the corrosion was so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate. the dealer was waiting on the manufacturer to make a decision as to what they would do with the vehicle. the manufacturer had not spoken with the contact. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 103,000. | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 130000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer to have nhtsa campaign number: 0v436000, suspension: rear repair performed but the repair did not correct the failure. the front frames and axle were also corroded. the manufacturer stated that they would only the repair the component stated in the recall and would not assist with any additional failures. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 130,000. | |||
| 05/20/2011 | 103000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the bracket that connected to the springs was rusted and corroded. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) which the vehicle was included. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer notified the manufacturer that the corrosion was so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate. the dealer was waiting on the manufacturer to make a decision as to what they would do with the vehicle. the manufacturer had not spoken with the contact. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 103,000. kmj | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 130000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer to have nhtsa campaign number: 0v436000, suspension: rear repair performed but the repair did not correct the failure. the front frames and axle were also corroded. the manufacturer stated that they would only the repair the component stated in the recall and would not assist with any additional failures. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 130,000. rvk | |||
| 05/20/2011 | 103000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the bracket that connects to the springs was rusted and corroded. there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 component: suspension: rear. his vehicle was included in the recall and was taken to the dealer. the dealer notified the manufacturer that the corrosion was so severe the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate. the contact wanted to know what to do with his vehicle. the dealer was waiting on the manufacturer to make a decision. the manufacturer was not notified by the contact. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 103,000. mw | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 130000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer to have nhtsa campaign number: 0v436000, suspension: rear repair performed but the repair did not correct the failure. the front frames and axle were also corroded. the manufacturer stated that they would only the repair the component stated in the recall and would not assist with any additional failures. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 130,000. rvk | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 130000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer to have nhtsa campaign id number: 0v436000 component: suspension: rear performed but the repair did not correct the failure the vehicle front frames and axle was also corroded. the manufacture advised that they would only the repair the component stated on the recall and would not assist with any additional failures. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 130,000. li | |||
| 07/04/2011 | 115000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated while driving 45mph he heard a loud noise. upon investigating the cross member that welded the chassis and hold the front torsion bar and the front half of the fuel tank has snapped in half. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated they will only repair the portion of the recall that was stated in the remedy and the parts that held up the fuel tank that was broken off will not be repaired. that would be a cost for the contact. the recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000; component: suspension: rear. the manufacturer was contacted who stated the only portion that would be repaired would be what is on the recall. anything other than the remedy the contact would have to pay for those repairs. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 110,000...mw | |||
| 12/15/2010 | 101088 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that nhtsa recall campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear) was not sufficient to repair the vehicle. the contact stated even though the rust is worst in the rear, the rust goes from the front of the vehicle to the rear. the entire under body is rusted out and the rear suspension were the lower link brackets are located and rust to the point the cannot be repaired. the contact feels the recall was not sufficient to repair the vehicle and the vehicle is currently unable to be driven. the failure mileage and current mileages were 101,088.rl | |||
| 01/01/2004 | 1 | 04/02/2003 | |
| 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.. *tr | |||
| 02/02/2003 | 1 | 10/31/1999 | |
| 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. *ak | |||
| 03/25/1999 | |||
| Continuous vibrations in suspension. when stopping vehicle it will move forward. also, when applying gas pedal, vehicle slips before going into gear. contacted dealer, and dealer couldn't find anything wrong. *ak | |||
| 07/30/1999 | 07/01/1999 | ||
| Since day one we have had a problem with the steering shaking at 55mph and higher,after 48000 miles we decided to change the tires and see if that would fix our problem,guess what,didn't even change a thing,we are so upset at the fact that while driving our truck which we are leasing and thought of buying after we had finished the lease feels so unsafe that after the lease is over this will be the last isuzu we ever buy!!! along with the tire issue we have complained about an engine rattling noise when accelerating on hills and the dealer we took it to suggested we change fuel types and grades,the owners manual suggest the grade we had been using?? so why change,well we tried that too...you can guess didn't change a thing,still rattles!!!!!!!!we have had many other things go wrong with this truck since we bought it and have never had this many problems with a veh other than this isuzu..the latest thing we have been having trouble with is a thunk noise coming from the rear of the truck when letting off the brakes at a stop light and starting to pull away....thunk!! you hear it and feel the truck jolt!!...we had the rear axle fluid changed and transmission fluid aswell...ha ha...guess again...still there...our next option to the isuzu rodeo nightmare is to just park this thing and wait till the lease is up and let everyone we know and they know never to buy an isuzu rodeo unless the have money to throw again....next time we'll look at an american made car!!!*ak (tiresize: 23575r15) | |||
| 04/01/2000 | 12/01/1998 | ||
| The vehicle is experiencing what i consider to be excessive bounce when loaded with 4 passengers, leading to a possible control problem. usually it is only just me or two passengers in the car, and i noticed the problem for the first time when i had 4 passengers (no other luggage or items in car) on normal roads and on the highway. i have taken the vehicle to the dealer twice, and they have performed a complete inspection of the suspension, shocks, etc., and can find no problems. it appears to be either a design issue or possibly a problem with insufficient suspension for the vehicle. i had a 1994 rodeo and did not experience a similar problem, so there may have been a design or component change which has changed the ride. *ak | |||
| 1 | 11/05/1999 | ||
| While driving at highway speed 55+, the vehicle experiences vibration, dealer found collapsed body mounts and after replacement problem with vibration still continues. *mjs | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 08/13/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated while driving 45 mph the rear sway bar broke causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. the contact had to avoid a crash before coming to a stop. the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed excessive rust on the frame and fuel tank. the contact noticed the fuel tank was leaking after the vehicle stopped. the contact notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 00v058000 (suspension:rear) and called the manufacturer. the manufacturer informed the contact that the vin was not a part of the recall. the contact stated the vehicle was very unsafe to drive and could have caused a major crash. the failure mileage was 104,000. rvk | |||
| 08/13/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated while driving 45 mph the rear sway bar broke causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. the contact had to avoid a crash before coming to a stop. the contact got out to inspect the vehicle and notice excessive rust on the frame and fuel tank. te fuel tank was leaking fuel after the vehicle stopped. the contact notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 00v058000 (suspension:rear) and called the manufacturer. the manufacturer informed the contact the vehicle did not fall into the recall due to the vin number. the contact stated the vehicle was very unsafe drive and could have caused a major crash. the failure mileage was 104,000. jo | |||
| 10/09/2004 | 4 | 11/01/2003 | |
| Dt: the contact s owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. he received a recall on 10-14-05 regarding the brakes on the vehicle. the contact has not taken the car ito dealer to have the recall repair work done. the contact's vehicle was involved in an accident one year ago. a child ran o in front of vehicle, he swerved to miss the child, hit the brak they did not work, and the vehicle hit a telephone pole. a police report was taken. he felt that the accident caused other damage to the car, such as transmission slipping. he noticed the transmission slipping about five months ago. had to do a lot of repair work to the front end of the vehicle about five months ago air bags deployed ,and he has not had them installed again.*ak | |||
| 07/06/2003 | 100 | 11/01/1998 | |
| Significant vibration in steering wheel at highway speeds. *ak | |||
| 10/01/1999 | 09/01/2099 | ||
| Vehicle shimmies at 60+ mph, has continually pulled to the left. the tires have been balanced and the front end aligned numerous times. problem still exists. causes severe and uneven wear on tires. humming noise occurs when vehicle driven in excess of 20+ minutes. private mechanic stated it was the fuel pump. when taken to the dealer, several times, nothing was found.*ak | |||
| 05/01/2001 | |||
| Vehicle shimmies at 60-65, tires were replaced and wheels balanced, did not remedy the problem.*ak | |||
| 02/23/2001 | 2 | 04/01/2000 | |
| While driving on wet pavement at 40-45 mph, i hydroplaned into a guradrail and then into oncoming traffic. felt as if all of the sudden i lost all control of vehicle, and no corrective measures helped. then earlier this month, 10-2001, while driving again on wet pavement, had same experience, but no wreck this time. i feel as though both instances were beyond my control and i am becoming increasingly concerned about the safety of the vehicle. *ak | |||
| 12/08/1999 | 6 | ||
| The front end has pulled to the right since purchase, the vehicle has been to the shop 6 times but the problem still has not been repaired properly. nlm | |||
| 12/23/1999 | 0 | ||
| At highway speed consumer can feel vibration in steering, and it really gets bad, it feels like driving on cable stone. *ak | |||
| 12/31/1999 | 100 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Tremendous vibration throughout vehicle. this applies to both the rear and front suspension/brake components. manufacturer/dealer and zone service rep was contacted. isuzu failed to correct the problem stating and i quote it is a truck and it is intended to ride like one. the whole body vibration was corrected after many attepmts, the problem was out of balance rear drums. after completion of balancing the rear drums the main body vibration was eliminated. violent steering wheel shimmy was still present. after having checked shocks, tires, rims bearings etc the front rotor and hub assemblies were balanced as a pair, this eliminated the steering wheel shimmy. since both the front and back components were balanced all the vibration has been eliminated. tires have not been rebalanced in 14,000 miles, they have been rotated with no adverse affect. many thousand of dollars were spent in isolating this problem, new tires, shocks, rear drums, front rotor and hubs, bearings, seals and the manufactur of precision balancing mandrels and balancing costs. isuzu needs to recognize this problem and repair/ replace these components for others, mine is corrected. i see many posts of this vibration issue and am aware that many were lemon lawed for it. isuzu has failed to service and correct the issue and has abandoned their customers on this issue.*ak | |||
| 05/04/2000 | 3 | 06/01/1999 | |
| The vehicle vibrates at 70 mph almost out of control, the tires have been balanced and rotated. the rear brakes make squealing noise when braking the dealer has tried to correct the problem twice before. | |||
| 12/03/1999 | 9 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Severe shimmy/wobble at highway speeds through undercarriage & steering system. three sets of tires and several different balances were unsuccessful. dealer is at a loss. isuzu has had these problems with selected rodeos for sometime now. vehicle has been in for service 8 times. defective vehicle. *ak | |||
| 12/01/1998 | 6 | 12/01/1998 | |
| The entire vehicle as well as the steering wheel shakes and shimmies. the dealer just says the tires need balancing. they have rebalanced the tires 3 times. other tire dealers have seen the car 2 times, no improvement. *ak( dot number: tire size: 235/75/15 ) | |||
| 10/31/1998 | 4 | 10/01/1998 | |
| The vehicle shakes in the front end at speeds over 50 miles per hour. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||
| 08/18/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving a loud knocking noise was heard coming from the front. consumer pulled over. but the noise was not duplicated while the vehicle was parked and running. consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the driver and passenger upper ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | |||
| 08/18/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving a loud knocking noise was heard coming from the front. consumer pulled over. but the noise was not duplicated while the vehicle was parked and running. consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the driver and passenger upper ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 11/01/2002 | |||
| When turning off engine, consumer states' abs pump continues to run. consumer has to disconnect pump in order for pump to stop running. took to dealer and the dealer disconnected the abs modulator. now the abs light is on. please provide any further information. mr | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 10/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1999 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to recall related vehicle corrosion of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension *tgw the consumer stated the materials were of poor quality which caused the rust. the consumer has since had the vehicle fixed. *jb | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1999 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to suspension: rear recall. *tgw the consumer stated he has been unable to get the recall fixed, because there are no dealers in the area. the consumer stated the closest dealer was 80 miles away in a different state. a hyundai dealer was recommended to the consumer and when they sent a report and estimate to isuzu, it was rejected. *jb | |||
| 08/16/2011 | 129000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that a private mechanic noticed excessive corrosion on the frame of the vehicle. the contact believed remedy repairs were made under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000(suspension:rear). the mechanic stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer, and the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 129,000. kmj | |||
| 08/16/2011 | 129000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated a private mechanic noticed excessive corrosion on the frame of the vehicle. the contact believed remedy repairs were made under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000(suspension:rear). the mechanic stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer, and the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 129,000. rds | |||
| 08/13/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated while driving 45 mph the rear sway bar broke causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. the contact had to avoid a crash before coming to a stop. the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed excessive rust on the frame and fuel tank. the contact noticed the fuel tank was leaking after the vehicle stopped. the contact notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 00v058000 (suspension:rear) and called the manufacturer. the manufacturer informed the contact that the vin was not a part of the recall. the contact stated the vehicle was very unsafe to drive and could have caused a major crash. the failure mileage was 104,000. | |||
| 09/01/2010 | 1 | ||
| 1999 isuzu rodeo. consumer states frame broke while driving*tgw the vehicle was towed to a repair shop where it was determined the frame rusted out on both sides, at the rear of the vehicle and the shock area. at the time, the consumer was not made aware of a recall until 2011. the consumer stated no business in the area wanted to repair the frame or even weld it back together. the consumer drove to a dealer two hours away, just to be told the vehicle was not worth fixing. the consumer contacted isuzu and was informed to have the vehicle towed back to the dealer so they could look at it again. the dealer installed a small kit on the passenger side and stated that was all they could do, but there were still frame issues and it would not pass inspection. *jb | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 146000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). three different authorized dealers were notified and the contact was told they would be unable to repair the vehicle since they had so many other vehicle to repair. approximately 3 months later while driving 35 mph the contact heard a popping noise and lost control of the vehicle. the vehicle was pulled onto the emergency land and towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was told the rear control arm fractured. the vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer to be repaired and was still in the dealers possession when the complaint was filed. the failure and current mileage was 146,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 146000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). three different authorized dealers were notified and the contact was told they would be unable to repair the vehicle due to being backed up with so many repairs. approximately 3 months later while driving 35 mph the contact heard a pop noise and the vehicle lost control. the vehicle was pulled over and towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was told the rear control arm fractured. the vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer where it was waiting to be repaired. the failure and current mileages were 146,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 02/16/2011 | 244100 | ||
| My isuzu rodeo was recalled for the rear suspension/frame rustout problem.isuzu hauled it to bedford ,ohio to the former dealer.it is stage 5,non-repairable.isuzu has not been in touch concerning buyback or anything.when i call them,they are very rude and act like they could care less.we are down to 1 car,makes things difficult.they have had the truck and we both have pictures of the damage for weeks now.they need to move faster or have more people resolving this.honda is renting cars for their customers,course they are still in business,where isuzu isnt,but still,its not fair to the owners of the affected vehicles.thanks, leslie weber,canal fulton,ohio, 44614 | |||
| 08/19/2010 | 144521 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo ls. the contact stated that the vehicle was being serviced for routine maintenance when she was advised that the frame above the driver side rear tire was corroded and exhibited a hole. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 suspension:rear and stated the recall was previously performed in a separate location of the frame. the vehicle was not further repaired. the failure mileage was 144,521 and the current mileage was 146,699. | |||
| 08/19/2010 | 144521 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo ls. while the vehicle was being serviced a mechanic advised her that the frame above the drivers side rear tired was corroded and had a hole in it. she referenced recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, component: suspension:rear and stated she had this recall performed but the failure was in a different area. the vehicle had not been repaired for the new failure. the failure mileage was 144,521 and the current mileage was 146,699. vwb | |||
| 01/28/2011 | |||
| My 1999 isuzu rodeo was recalled for suspension: rear, nhtsa campaign number 10v-436, mfg's report date september 22, 2010. on january 28, 2011 i brought the vehicle in for the recall inspection to cornerstone isuzu as directed by the recall notice. without consulting me first, they fixed the car by spraying a 24 portion of the rear frame with an anti-rust application. then the technician called me in to show me that the rest of the frame was rusted but that it was not part of the recall. in fact the left rear spring mount had totally rusted so the vehicle frame is literally sitting on the rear axle. not part of the recall though, so they sent me on my way. i'm shocked that they are allowed to limit the recall to a 24 portion of the frame and totally disregard that the frame has disintegrated in other areas, clearly a safety issue. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1999 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to recall repairs for vehicle *tgw the consumer received a recall notice regarding the rear suspension. the vehicle was inspected and it was determined that neither lubrication or the installation of new reinforcement brackets will remedy the corroded condition of the forward mounting point brackets of the rear suspension lower links. the dealer informed the consumer the replacement of the suspension links could be made at a cost of $350. however, they noticed that one spring above the links was rusted to the point that it had detached from the frame. *jb *jb | |||
| 02/03/2011 | |||
| After receiving a recall notice at the end of jan 2010 i called the number and they told me my car was not on the recall list. a week later i was driving the car and felt my truck jump, a loud snap, and realize my shock flew across the road. i drove to a safe location and looked under vehicle and saw the other side shock was hanging. i had the car towed on a flat bed because it was not safe to drive according to the manufacturer. the dealership had car in the air on lift and informed this car should not have been sold and is unrepairable and damage was so extensive and all because of a safety recall on rear suspension. the corrosion was so terrible. now, i am waiting to hear back and my car is a loss? | |||
| 01/31/2011 | 120000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated while drive the vehicle forward mounting bracket completely separated from the frame of the vehicle. the contact stated the vehicle almost shifted into on coming traffic before they were able to stop the vehicle. the contact pushed the vehicle off the road into a neighbors yard. the contact spoke with the a few authorized dealers in their area and was told that the frame damaged would not be able to be repaired. the dealer stated the recall campaign id 10v436000 which deals with the suspension. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage and current mileages was 120,000.rl | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1999 isuzu rodeo. consumer states he received a recall and that there may be other rust problems that isuzu is not aware of. *kb the consumer stated in the summer of 2009, the gas tank had to be replaced because of rusting on the top of the tank which was causing gas to leak out. in 2010, there was a rust through in the frame around the forwarding mounting points brackets on the driver and passenger side of the rear suspension lower links as described in the recall. the drivers side rear shock absorber bracket broke off the frame due to rusting out also. the driver side upper spring seat had rusted to the point that it bent up against the floor of the body. the drivers side frame over the rear axle housing had rusted through on both sides. on the inside, there was a hole 5 1/2 inches long and 1 1/2 inches at the widest point. on the outside, there were four different holes. *jb | |||
| 01/20/2011 | 135000 | ||
| Severe frame rust. trailing arm separations from the frame due to rust. according to isuzu car requires stage 4 repair, but dealer cannot put car back together, because the frame itself is falling apart. frame was reinforced before in multiple places. | |||
| 01/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 1999 isuzu rodeo. consumer states he received a recall and that there may be other rust problems that isuzu is not aware of. *kb the consumer stated in the summer of 2009, the gas tank had to be replaced because of rusting on the top of the tank which was causing gas to leak out. in 2010, there was a rust through in the frame around the forwarding mounting points brackets on the driver and passenger side of the rear suspension lower links as described in the recall. the drivers side rear shock absorber bracket broke off the frame due to rusting out also. the driver side upper spring seat had rusted to the point that it bent up against the floor of the body. the drivers side frame over the rear axle housing had rusted through on both sides. on the inside, there was a hole 5 1/2 inches long and 1 1/2 inches at the widest point. on the outside, there were four different holes. *jb | |||
| 01/20/2011 | 135000 | ||
| Severe frame rust. trailing arm separations from the frame due to rust. according to isuzu car requires stage 4 repair, but dealer cannot put car back together, because the frame itself is falling apart. frame was reinforced before in multiple places. | |||
| 12/10/2010 | 150000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a muffler repair where they detected that the frame, rear suspension, and exterior body were severely rusted. there was a recall associated with the nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the vehicle was towed to the dealer on december 17, 2010, at the manufacturer's expense. the technician inspected the vehicle. the recall remedy was not performed because the manufacturer did not respond to the dealer authorizing the approval for the recall repair. the contact was notified by the manufacturer,who stated that he would be financially responsible for the vehicle to be towed back to his residence. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000. js | |||
| 12/20/2010 | 67800 | ||
| Received a recall for rear suspension brackets. when vehicle was taken to isuzu service center , was told the frame was so rusted they are unable to repair the rear brackets and it was an unsafe vehicle. | |||
| 12/10/2010 | 150000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a muffler repair where they detected that the frame, rear suspension, and exterior body were severely rusted. there was a recall associated with the nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the vehicle was towed to the dealer on december 17, 2010, at the manufacturer's expense. the technician inspected the vehicle. the recall remedy was not performed because the manufacturer did not respond to the dealer authorizing the approval for the recall repair. the contact was notified by the manufacturer,who stated that he would be financially responsible for the vehicle to be towed back to his residence. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000. js | |||
| 12/20/2010 | 67800 | ||
| Received a recall for rear suspension brackets. when vehicle was taken to isuzu service center , was told the frame was so rusted they are unable to repair the rear brackets and it was an unsafe vehicle. | |||
| 04/14/2010 | 200000 | ||
| I have already received a recall notice from isuzu for the recall on the suspension bracket being broken from the frame, and was told we would be having our cars purchased back at fair market value. now that they have my vehicle they say they will offer me the cost of the repair as the vehicle will not be safe after the installation of the bracket they propose fixes the issue. this car almost killed me when the bracket became disconnected from the frame and now they say if i dont take the $1500 they are going to install the bracket and give my car back, although it will not be safely driveable. i bought this from a local garage for a fair price and had no indication of the failure i was about to encounter. my complaint is for the companies handling of the recall and manipulation of the words in the recall to say that all they are responsible for is the bracket when clearly the issue is far greater than that. i would like to talk to someone about the problem as i seem to have limited time to decide even though they were allowed 60 days i am not ! i think it is a great idea to buy these back but not forcing us to take half of the fair market value. my car was a daily driver registered and inspected everything in working order until the link seperation. at that time i parked it on the side of my yard where it sat for 9 months until it was picked up by isuzu. i have over $2500 into it , not including my labor and felt a good 4x4 was atleast worth that. i am in no position to hire an atourney on my own and feel they are not treating people as they should. i have looked at several rodeos at dealer lots that are going to break the link, and found most of the frames are like mine, rotting from the inside out ! that needs to be the recall before someone dies. i think the issue with the frame needs to be covered by the recall as the sheetmetal floor just next to the rotted frame is good as new.... . please review the wording in this recall and the frames in question | |||
| 12/20/2010 | 67800 | ||
| Received a recall for rear suspension brackets. when vehicle was taken to isuzu service center , was told the frame was so rusted they are unable to repair the rear brackets and it was an unsafe vehicle. | |||
| 04/14/2010 | 200000 | ||
| I have already received a recall notice from isuzu for the recall on the suspension bracket being broken from the frame, and was told we would be having our cars purchased back at fair market value. now that they have my vehicle they say they will offer me the cost of the repair as the vehicle will not be safe after the installation of the bracket they propose fixes the issue. this car almost killed me when the bracket became disconnected from the frame and now they say if i dont take the $1500 they are going to install the bracket and give my car back, although it will not be safely driveable. i bought this from a local garage for a fair price and had no indication of the failure i was about to encounter. my complaint is for the companies handling of the recall and manipulation of the words in the recall to say that all they are responsible for is the bracket when clearly the issue is far greater than that. i would like to talk to someone about the problem as i seem to have limited time to decide even though they were allowed 60 days i am not ! i think it is a great idea to buy these back but not forcing us to take half of the fair market value. my car was a daily driver registered and inspected everything in working order until the link seperation. at that time i parked it on the side of my yard where it sat for 9 months until it was picked up by isuzu. i have over $2500 into it , not including my labor and felt a good 4x4 was atleast worth that. i am in no position to hire an atourney on my own and feel they are not treating people as they should. i have looked at several rodeos at dealer lots that are going to break the link, and found most of the frames are like mine, rotting from the inside out ! that needs to be the recall before someone dies. i think the issue with the frame needs to be covered by the recall as the sheetmetal floor just next to the rotted frame is good as new.... . please review the wording in this recall and the frames in question | |||
| 12/31/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000, suspension:rear. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the vehicle was not safe to be driven anymore. the contact was also told they would not be able to perform the remedy due to excessive corrosion of the frame. an alternative remedy was supposed to be offered, per the terms of the recall, but the manufacturer refused. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 95,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 04/14/2010 | 200000 | ||
| I have already received a recall notice from isuzu for the recall on the suspension bracket being broken from the frame, and was told we would be having our cars purchased back at fair market value. now that they have my vehicle they say they will offer me the cost of the repair as the vehicle will not be safe after the installation of the bracket they propose fixes the issue. this car almost killed me when the bracket became disconnected from the frame and now they say if i dont take the $1500 they are going to install the bracket and give my car back, although it will not be safely driveable. i bought this from a local garage for a fair price and had no indication of the failure i was about to encounter. my complaint is for the companies handling of the recall and manipulation of the words in the recall to say that all they are responsible for is the bracket when clearly the issue is far greater than that. i would like to talk to someone about the problem as i seem to have limited time to decide even though they were allowed 60 days i am not ! i think it is a great idea to buy these back but not forcing us to take half of the fair market value. my car was a daily driver registered and inspected everything in working order until the link seperation. at that time i parked it on the side of my yard where it sat for 9 months until it was picked up by isuzu. i have over $2500 into it , not including my labor and felt a good 4x4 was atleast worth that. i am in no position to hire an atourney on my own and feel they are not treating people as they should. i have looked at several rodeos at dealer lots that are going to break the link, and found most of the frames are like mine, rotting from the inside out ! that needs to be the recall before someone dies. i think the issue with the frame needs to be covered by the recall as the sheetmetal floor just next to the rotted frame is good as new.... . please review the wording in this recall and the frames in question | |||
| 12/31/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000, suspension:rear. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the vehicle was not safe to be driven anymore. the contact was also told they would not be able to perform the remedy due to excessive corrosion of the frame. an alternative remedy was supposed to be offered, per the terms of the recall, but the manufacturer refused. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 95,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 12/12/2010 | |||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that after taking her vehicle in for recall (10v436000- suspension:rear) the dealer informed her that the vehicle was unable to be repaired due to the excessive corrosion. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was unknown. tb | |||
| 11/04/2010 | |||
| Isuzu's letter dated november 4, 2010 (jeffery a. marsee, vehicle compliance) for izuzu rodeo recall 10v-436 appears to erroneously omit my vehicle's vin which was manufactered on 1/13/1998 and shipped to original dealer in massachusetts. | |||
| 09/22/2010 | 147000 | ||
| Drivers side top shock plate rotted out , shock came loose and broke brake line also put hole in gas fill pipe | |||
| 04/22/2010 | 200000 | ||
| I have a 1999 isuzu rodeo in april of this year i was driving on rte 104 in new hampton nh at or about 7:30 am. i was accellerating up hill when the rear of the rodeo on the drivers side suddenly lifted up and put the rodeo into a hard left turn, into oncomming traffic at a point in the road that has a rising speed limmit to 50 mph. i reacted as quickly as i could and let off the accellerator and turned hard right . i missed the on comming 10 wheel dump truck by mere inches with his horn blasting at me and the pick up truck behind me locked up there brakes and almost ran into me. i slowed and pulled as far as i could off the road as there was not too much room . i got it trailered to a shop where we discovered the lower suspension link had broken from the frame. this is a dangerous situation and in no way represents the condition of the rest of my vehicle. i understand that it is not a new car but there are alot of these on the road and i feel , looking at my frame that it has rusted from the inside out and is truely difficult to detect until it is too far gone. after having this car on a lift and seeing what appears to be small surface rust spots is actualy crumbling away from the inside. i have seen some recall info on the issue that i have, although i have received no notice as of yet i feel the issue is worse than described. i have looked at a few at dealers and in local parking lots and they look like mine. i have also felt that most of them were in good shape otherwise and the few people i spoke to were unaware of any issue. my $3000 rodeo now sits in my back yard as i feel it is too unsafe to repair without a new frame and not worth the cost of replacement. | |||
| 09/22/2010 | 147000 | ||
| Drivers side top shock plate rotted out , shock came loose and broke brake line also put hole in gas fill pipe | |||
| 04/22/2010 | 200000 | ||
| I have a 1999 isuzu rodeo in april of this year i was driving on rte 104 in new hampton nh at or about 7:30 am. i was accellerating up hill when the rear of the rodeo on the drivers side suddenly lifted up and put the rodeo into a hard left turn, into oncomming traffic at a point in the road that has a rising speed limmit to 50 mph. i reacted as quickly as i could and let off the accellerator and turned hard right . i missed the on comming 10 wheel dump truck by mere inches with his horn blasting at me and the pick up truck behind me locked up there brakes and almost ran into me. i slowed and pulled as far as i could off the road as there was not too much room . i got it trailered to a shop where we discovered the lower suspension link had broken from the frame. this is a dangerous situation and in no way represents the condition of the rest of my vehicle. i understand that it is not a new car but there are alot of these on the road and i feel , looking at my frame that it has rusted from the inside out and is truely difficult to detect until it is too far gone. after having this car on a lift and seeing what appears to be small surface rust spots is actualy crumbling away from the inside. i have seen some recall info on the issue that i have, although i have received no notice as of yet i feel the issue is worse than described. i have looked at a few at dealers and in local parking lots and they look like mine. i have also felt that most of them were in good shape otherwise and the few people i spoke to were unaware of any issue. my $3000 rodeo now sits in my back yard as i feel it is too unsafe to repair without a new frame and not worth the cost of replacement. | |||
| 09/19/2010 | 111200 | ||
| The frame and rear suspension on my vehicle has cracked while driving at 25 mph. i believe it was during a turn when i felt a shudder that was abnormal and when i stopped and looked at the uderside of the rear of the car, i saw the frame box and housing for the rear suspension coil on the driver's side had snapped. my vehicle body is 99% rust free but the frame is completely rusted through and at some places perforations can be seen. slight pressure on the frame with your finger can bend the metal. | |||
| 09/17/2010 | 175974 | ||
| Extreme rust on rear truck frame near the attachment point for the rear axle. sent truck in to the dealer for an unrelated repair, and the dealer looked for and found this issue. they reported to me that the vehicle is unsafe to drive on the bill. the rear frame is brittle to the point that you can poke holes in it with your finger. (dealer's words). i've also been told that it is unrepairable. | |||
| 09/19/2010 | 111200 | ||
| The frame and rear suspension on my vehicle has cracked while driving at 25 mph. i believe it was during a turn when i felt a shudder that was abnormal and when i stopped and looked at the uderside of the rear of the car, i saw the frame box and housing for the rear suspension coil on the driver's side had snapped. my vehicle body is 99% rust free but the frame is completely rusted through and at some places perforations can be seen. slight pressure on the frame with your finger can bend the metal. | |||
| 09/17/2010 | 175974 | ||
| Extreme rust on rear truck frame near the attachment point for the rear axle. sent truck in to the dealer for an unrelated repair, and the dealer looked for and found this issue. they reported to me that the vehicle is unsafe to drive on the bill. the rear frame is brittle to the point that you can poke holes in it with your finger. (dealer's words). i've also been told that it is unrepairable. | |||
| 09/19/2010 | 111200 | ||
| The frame and rear suspension on my vehicle has cracked while driving at 25 mph. i believe it was during a turn when i felt a shudder that was abnormal and when i stopped and looked at the uderside of the rear of the car, i saw the frame box and housing for the rear suspension coil on the driver's side had snapped. my vehicle body is 99% rust free but the frame is completely rusted through and at some places perforations can be seen. slight pressure on the frame with your finger can bend the metal. | |||
| 09/17/2010 | 175974 | ||
| Extreme rust on rear truck frame near the attachment point for the rear axle. sent truck in to the dealer for an unrelated repair, and the dealer looked for and found this issue. they reported to me that the vehicle is unsafe to drive on the bill. the rear frame is brittle to the point that you can poke holes in it with your finger. (dealer's words). i've also been told that it is unrepairable. | |||
| 09/19/2010 | 111200 | ||
| The frame and rear suspension on my vehicle has cracked while driving at 25 mph. i believe it was during a turn when i felt a shudder that was abnormal and when i stopped and looked at the uderside of the rear of the car, i saw the frame box and housing for the rear suspension coil on the driver's side had snapped. my vehicle body is 99% rust free but the frame is completely rusted through and at some places perforations can be seen. slight pressure on the frame with your finger can bend the metal. | |||
| 09/17/2010 | 175974 | ||
| Extreme rust on rear truck frame near the attachment point for the rear axle. sent truck in to the dealer for an unrelated repair, and the dealer looked for and found this issue. they reported to me that the vehicle is unsafe to drive on the bill. the rear frame is brittle to the point that you can poke holes in it with your finger. (dealer's words). i've also been told that it is unrepairable. | |||
| 09/19/2010 | 111200 | ||
| The frame and rear suspension on my vehicle has cracked while driving at 25 mph. i believe it was during a turn when i felt a shudder that was abnormal and when i stopped and looked at the uderside of the rear of the car, i saw the frame box and housing for the rear suspension coil on the driver's side had snapped. my vehicle body is 99% rust free but the frame is completely rusted through and at some places perforations can be seen. slight pressure on the frame with your finger can bend the metal. | |||
| 09/17/2010 | 175974 | ||
| Extreme rust on rear truck frame near the attachment point for the rear axle. sent truck in to the dealer for an unrelated repair, and the dealer looked for and found this issue. they reported to me that the vehicle is unsafe to drive on the bill. the rear frame is brittle to the point that you can poke holes in it with your finger. (dealer's words). i've also been told that it is unrepairable. | |||
| 05/20/2010 | 140000 | ||
| I also recently experienced the same problem with my rodeo isuzu. i was driving through town on my lunch break when i suddenly heard a metal | |||
| 03/01/2004 | 50000 | ||
| Frame rust | |||
| 06/01/2003 | 52 | 4 | 01/07/2001 |
| This car is a lemon. there seem to be major electrical issues. the dash lights are going out, there is a problem with the power shift indicator - the car can be in drive, yet the indicator will have neutral displayed. this causes the car to jerk while shifting. the rear suspension has a vibrating sound no one has figured out......the dealer claims the suspension is fine. in addittion, the rear drum brakes continually go out.*ak | |||
| 03/01/2000 | 1 | 04/01/2000 | |
| Consumer states prior to purchasing vehicle he was not notified about recall(00v058000) and to his knowledge this problem has not been fixed. *jb | |||
| 08/22/2000 | 1 | 01/01/1999 | |
| Real axle blew out causing vehicle to crash, there was a recall 00v058000 that consumer was never made aware of. *slc | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS | |||
| 03/30/1999 | |||
| Rear coil springs are loose making the vehicle to lunch forward when coming to a stop. vehicle has been to the dealership twice for this problem. the dealer is not able to correct the problem. please provide any further details. *ak *yc | |||