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 . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| 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 |
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 | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 144000 | ||
| Have own our isuze rodeo for four years. we received the rust recall back in 2010 and had the recall work performed. the isuze dealer installed the stabilizing brackets on the rear suspension, due to the excessive amount of rust. now, today as i am paying a mechanic for a new starter, he informs me the there are large holes in the front and back part of the frame. he also said it was unsafe to drive. the isuze dealer never told us about the excessive rust on the vehicle when the recall work was performed.this is my kids car and i won't alow them to drive it anymore. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 14400 | ||
| We own a 2001 isuzu rodeo with 144000 miles on it. we received a recall notice for excessive rust on rear suspension. we had the isuzu dealer complete the recall work of installing stabilizer brackets, is was due to the excessive amount of rust. however, we were never informed of any additional rust throughout the rest of the frme in the front and back. today, we had the rodeo in to have a new starter put in and the mechanic tell us that the car is not safe to drive. this is my son's car and he is in college and does not have a way of getting to class, any longer. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 144000 | ||
| Have own our isuze rodeo for four years. we received the rust recall back in 2010 and had the recall work performed. the isuze dealer installed the stabilizing brackets on the rear suspension, due to the excessive amount of rust. now, today as i am paying a mechanic for a new starter, he informs me the there are large holes in the front and back part of the frame. he also said it was unsafe to drive. the isuze dealer never told us about the excessive rust on the vehicle when the recall work was performed.this is my kids car and i won't alow them to drive it anymore. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 14400 | ||
| We own a 2001 isuzu rodeo with 144000 miles on it. we received a recall notice for excessive rust on rear suspension. we had the isuzu dealer complete the recall work of installing stabilizer brackets, is was due to the excessive amount of rust. however, we were never informed of any additional rust throughout the rest of the frme in the front and back. today, we had the rodeo in to have a new starter put in and the mechanic tell us that the car is not safe to drive. this is my son's car and he is in college and does not have a way of getting to class, any longer. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 144000 | ||
| Have own our isuze rodeo for four years. we received the rust recall back in 2010 and had the recall work performed. the isuze dealer installed the stabilizing brackets on the rear suspension, due to the excessive amount of rust. now, today as i am paying a mechanic for a new starter, he informs me the there are large holes in the front and back part of the frame. he also said it was unsafe to drive. the isuze dealer never told us about the excessive rust on the vehicle when the recall work was performed.this is my kids car and i won't alow them to drive it anymore. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 14400 | ||
| We own a 2001 isuzu rodeo with 144000 miles on it. we received a recall notice for excessive rust on rear suspension. we had the isuzu dealer complete the recall work of installing stabilizer brackets, is was due to the excessive amount of rust. however, we were never informed of any additional rust throughout the rest of the frme in the front and back. today, we had the rodeo in to have a new starter put in and the mechanic tell us that the car is not safe to drive. this is my son's car and he is in college and does not have a way of getting to class, any longer. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 144000 | ||
| Have own our isuze rodeo for four years. we received the rust recall back in 2010 and had the recall work performed. the isuze dealer installed the stabilizing brackets on the rear suspension, due to the excessive amount of rust. now, today as i am paying a mechanic for a new starter, he informs me the there are large holes in the front and back part of the frame. he also said it was unsafe to drive. the isuze dealer never told us about the excessive rust on the vehicle when the recall work was performed.this is my kids car and i won't alow them to drive it anymore. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 14400 | ||
| We own a 2001 isuzu rodeo with 144000 miles on it. we received a recall notice for excessive rust on rear suspension. we had the isuzu dealer complete the recall work of installing stabilizer brackets, is was due to the excessive amount of rust. however, we were never informed of any additional rust throughout the rest of the frme in the front and back. today, we had the rodeo in to have a new starter put in and the mechanic tell us that the car is not safe to drive. this is my son's car and he is in college and does not have a way of getting to class, any longer. | |||
| 02/19/2013 | 144000 | ||
| Have own our isuze rodeo for four years. we received the rust recall back in 2010 and had the recall work performed. the isuze dealer installed the stabilizing brackets on the rear suspension, due to the excessive amount of rust. now, today as i am paying a mechanic for a new starter, he informs me the there are large holes in the front and back part of the frame. he also said it was unsafe to drive. the isuze dealer never told us about the excessive rust on the vehicle when the recall work was performed.this is my kids car and i won't alow them to drive it anymore. | |||
| 11/20/2012 | 150000 | 1 | |
| I was driving on the road at around 35 - i heard a very load thump from around the rear drivers side back tire they car started swerving all over the road. i could barely get it to the side of the road. my son came and was able to nurse it to my husbands house that wasn't that far. the next day my sons put the car on the jack stands thinking maybe the strut came off. when they got under the car the found that the frame of the car had rusted through. when i had looked the car up on line to see if there were any problems with the car in regards to that issue i did find a recall on the rust issue. i started calling the number and left several messages. i finally got through on january the 5th and they tell me that it had closed but if i wanted to get it to an isuzu dealer at my cost that is over 2 hours away and pay for the test they may be able to do something or go after the person because they may have known. i feel this was a serious safety defect in the vehicle and should be taken care of. i loved my car and now have no transportation. there was nothing wrong with any other part of the vehicle and i am grateful i wasn't on the highway and that none of my other children were driving it at the time. *tr | |||
| 11/20/2012 | 150000 | ||
| I was driving on the road at around 35 - i heard a very load thump from around the rear drivers side back tire they car started swivering all over the road. i could barely get it to the side of the road. my son came and was able to nurse it to my husbands house that wasnt that far. the next day my sons put the car on the jack stands thinking maybe the strut came off. when they got under the car the found that the fram of the car had rusted through. when i had looked the car up on line to see if there were any problems with the car in regards to that issue i did find a recall on the rust issue. i started calling the number and left several messages. i finally got through on january the 5th and they tell me that it had closed but if i wanted to get it to an isuzu dealer at my cost that is over 2 hours away and pay for the the test they may be able to do something or go after the person because they may have known. i feel this was a serious safety defect in the vehicle and should be taken care of. i loved my car and now have no transpertation. there was nothing wrong with any other part of the vehicle and i am grateful i wasnt on the highway and that none of my other children were driving it at the time. | |||
| 08/10/2012 | 176911 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken in for inspection and was told the frame was rusted and corroded. the mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle was not safe to drive. the vehicle was not repaired. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 176,911. pmb | |||
| 08/10/2012 | 176911 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the vehicle was taken in for inspection and was told the frame was rusted and corroded. the mechanic informed her the vehicle was undriveable. the vehicle was not repaired. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 176,911. mw | |||
| 08/20/2012 | 114000 | 1 | |
| I bought my 2001 isuzu rodeo new. i received a recall notice in 2010 about the suspension brackets in the rear having a rust problem. i had the recall inspection done and the isuzu service center told me that the vehicle was fine and they applied some rust inhibitor. i took my vehicle to a repair shop in aug 2012 for brake work and they informed me that the frame of the vehicle directly in front and behind the rear wheels was almost completely rusted with numerous rust holes in the frame. the frame was so rusted in numerous spots that you could push your finger through the frame and it would crumble under the pressure. i called isuzu and they advised me to take it to an authorized service center they directed me to. at this center i was told that my rust was considered a level 3 incident. isuzu told the repair shop to do a level 3 fix. that included putting larger suspension brackets on and coating the rust with a rust inhibitor. they stated that the frame rust was not covered under the recall, only the brackets. they acknowledged that there were frame issues for these models but their responsibility was only for the suspension brackets. this vehicle is undrivable in it's present condition with almost no strength left in the rear frame. i will have to spend thousands of dollars to have metal welded to the rear of the vehicle to strengthen it and to make it safe enough to drive. a vehicle produced in 2001 should not have this much rust damage to the frame. this was obviously a manufacturing defect that isuzu even acknowledges but they are refusing to accept monetary responsibility for their defect. these cars need to be bought back from the customer for market value of a vehicle of this age and type. please help the thousands of isuzu rodeo owners out there like me who have lost the use of their vehicle through no fault of their own. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr | |||
| 08/20/2012 | 114000 | ||
| I bought my 2001 isuzu rodeo new. i received a recall notice in 2010 about the suspension brackets in the rear having a rust problem. i had the recall inspection done and the isuzu service center told me that the vehicle was fine and they applied some rust inhibitor. i took my vehicle to a repair shop in aug 2012 for brake work and they informed me that the frame of the vehicle directly in front and behind the rear wheels was almost completely rusted with numerous rust holes in the frame. the frame was so rusted in numerous spots that you could push your finger through the frame and it would crumble under the pressure. i called isuzu and they advised me to take it to an authorized service center they directed me to. at this center i was told that my rust was considered a level 3 incident. isuzu told the repair shop to do a level 3 fix. that included putting larger suspension brackets on and coating the rust with a rust inhibitor. they stated that the frame rust was not covered under the recall, only the brackets. they acknowledged that there were frame issues for these models but their responsibility was only for the suspension brackets. this vehicle is undrivable in it's present condition with almost no strength left in the rear frame. i will have to spend thousands of dollars to have metal welded to the rear of the vehicle to strengthen it and to make it safe enough to drive. a vehicle produced in 2001 should not have this much rust damage to the frame. this was obviously a manufacturing defect that isuzu even acknowledges but they are refusing to accept monetary responsibility for their defect. these cars need to be bought back from the customer for market value of a vehicle of this age and type. please help the thousands of isuzu rodeo owners out there like me who have lost the use of their vehicle through no fault of their own. thank you. eric zumbrunnen | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that there was a noise coming from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop, where they stated that the front and rear tie rods and wheel bearings were defective. the mechanic also discovered that the underbody of the frame was corroded, especially on the driver's side. the mechanic refused to make any repairs. the failure was related to the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear); however the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included. the vin was unavailable. the approximate failure and current mileages were 117,000. sm. | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that there was a noise coming from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the repair shop were they stated that the front and rear tie rods and wheel bearings were defective. the mechanic also found that the underbody of the frame of the vehicle was corroded with rust, especially on the driver's side. the mechanic refused to make any repairs. the failure was related to recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear); however the manufacturer was contacted and vin was not included. the vin was unavailable. the approximate current and failure mileage was 117,000. yn | |||
| 05/10/2012 | 140000 | ||
| Truck is well taken care of and the frame is rotted so bad that it is unrepairable, trailing arms rotted off, dealer sprayed black paint it and called it fixed.rear bumper not attached, spare tire carrier not attached | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 107684 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while traveling 30 mph, the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle had fallen to the ground, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer and no repairs have been made. the current and failure mileages were 107,684. kmj | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 107684 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo.while traveling 30 mph the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle had fell to the ground causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer and no repairs have been made. the current and failure mileages were 107,684. bml | |||
| 03/06/2012 | 126000 | ||
| I started to pull away from the curb and heard a screeching noise and the rear end of my car began to sway back and forth. i pulled back up to curb and looked under rear of car. i saw cracked, rusted frame and a broken stabilizer bar. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 85000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the rear end of the vehicle would bounce excessively while driving at speeds above 30 mph. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the rear shocks were replaced. the failure continued. the vehicle was not taken back to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the contact received a recall notice associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). upon examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the frame, which was not included in the recall, exhibited an excessive amount of corrosion. the vehicle was not taken in for repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 85,000. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 85000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the rear end of the vehicle would bounce excessively while driving at speeds above 30 mph. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the rear shocks were replaced. the failure continued. the vehicle was not taken back to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the contact received a recall notice associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). upon examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the frame, which was not included in the recall, exhibited an excessive amount of corrosion. the vehicle was not taken in for repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 85,000. kmj | |||
| 12/29/2011 | 137434 | ||
| Brought my 2001 isuzu rodeo in for inspection and it failed due to rotting frame and suspension bracket. spare tire fell off because carrier had rusted completely. professional frame shop could not repair the damage and suggested that this problem needs to be resolved by isuzu. this vehicle was determined unsafe to drive. | |||
| 12/07/2011 | 111000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that there was a loud bang on the rear driver side of the vehicle. the vehicle then began to maneuver towards the left side of the highway. a local mechanic diagnosed that the leaf spring separated from the vehicle due to rusting. the vehicle was deemed not repairable. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance with repair to the defect. the failure and current mileage was 111,000. nw | |||
| 11/17/2011 | 134000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. the dealer informed the contact that the entire frame was rusted and that the vehicle could not be repaired. the manufacturer informed the dealer to repair the vehicle as is however, the contact was concerned of the safety of the vehicle since the dealer initially informed her that the vehicle was not repairable. the contact did not have the vehicle repaired due to safety issues. the approximate failure mileage was 134,000. | |||
| 11/17/2011 | 134000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. the dealer informed the contact that the entire frame was rusted and that the vehicle could not be repaired. the manufacturer informed the dealer to repair the vehicle as is however, the contact was concerned of the safety of the vehicle since the dealer initially informed her that the vehicle was not repairable. the contact did not have the vehicle repaired due to safety issues. the approximate failure mileage was 134,000. kmj | |||
| 11/17/2011 | 134000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact received nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 ( suspension:rear) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs where she was informed that the entire frame was rusted and that the vehicle could not be repaired. the manufacturer informed the dealer to repair the vehicle as is however, the contact was concerned since the dealer initially informed her that the vehicle was non repairable. the contact did not have the vehicle repaired due to safety issues. the approximate failure mileage was 134,000. bw | |||
| 11/11/2011 | 140000 | ||
| Corrosion on the car frame. it snaped in half while driving. thank god i wasnt on the highway yet. my 10 month old daughter and i would have been killed!!!! | |||
| 11/09/2011 | |||
| The frame/chassie is so rotted with holes from the back half of the truck that it appeares to be unsafe to drive. | |||
| 10/28/2011 | 108000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle was in for routine inspection when he was advised that the rear frame was completely rotted from rust. the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear). the vehicle was then taken to the dealer but the dealer advised that the recall did not address the failure that the contact had experienced and that they could only repair the rear brackets to the frame under the recall, and not the frame itself. the failure and the current mileages were 108,000. | |||
| 10/28/2011 | 108000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle was in for routine inspection when he was advised that the rear frame was completely rotted from rust. the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear). the vehicle was then taken to the dealer but the dealer advised that the recall did not address the failure that the contact had experienced and that they could only repair the rear brackets to the frame under the recall, and not the frame itself. the failure and the current mileages were 108,000. kmj | |||
| 08/17/2011 | |||
| I received a notice by mail about a recall on my rodeo, and the company had it towed to a dealership in knoxville some time in august, a month later i received a call from the dealership saying they sent the photos & videos to the company and we should hear from them soon. it is now nearing the end of october, i called the company today, & they said they never received the photos. i'm not sure why it is taking so long, i have been without a vehicle for 4 months now, since the rodeo's axle fell apart 2 months before it was even towed. the recall letter says it should only take aproximately 90 min., or 3-10 hours to fix what is wrong with the axle's or they will provide an alternate remedy. i feel that more than 2 months of determining what to do with this vehicle is more than enough time. i would like to find out whether i will be getting this vehicle back fixed, or whether i need to find something else. | |||
| 10/28/2011 | 108000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the vehicle was recalled for rust on the under body six month ago under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension: rear). the vehicle was in for an inspection and the contact was told the vehicle was not drivable because the rear frame had completely rotted out. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told the recall did not address the problem and isuzu is only fixing the rear brackets attached to the frame, but not the frame. the failure mileage and current mileages were 108,000.rl | |||
| 08/17/2011 | |||
| I received a notice by mail about a recall on my rodeo, and the company had it towed to a dealership in knoxville some time in august, a month later i received a call from the dealership saying they sent the photos & videos to the company and we should hear from them soon. it is now nearing the end of october, i called the company today, & they said they never received the photos. i'm not sure why it is taking so long, i have been without a vehicle for 4 months now, since the rodeo's axle fell apart 2 months before it was even towed. the recall letter says it should only take aproximately 90 min., or 3-10 hours to fix what is wrong with the axle's or they will provide an alternate remedy. i feel that more than 2 months of determining what to do with this vehicle is more than enough time. i would like to find out whether i will be getting this vehicle back fixed, or whether i need to find something else. | |||
| 10/02/2009 | |||
| My isuzu was recalled for a defect in the forward mounting brackets of the rear suspension. before i took it in for the recall, i took it to my mechanic to have new brakes. he called me to tell me that the frame was so rotted and rusted not to bother because the car was to far gone. i took it to marty's of kingston, ma.for the recall. they called to tell me that they fixed the brackets but the frame was so rotted that the car was unsafe to drive.this is totally absurd to me. they claim the recall was only on the brackets and isuzu doesn't car if the frame is rotted.so, i had it towed to a junk yard only to be told all they would give me was $800.00. i just put 2 new tires on the front worth $300.00. i don't understand how isuzu is getting away this. the junk yard told me that one of the new brackets put on at the dealership was right next to a big rotted hole in the frame. what does it take for them to take this seriously, someone getting killed! the rodeo was running fine and i hadn't planned on buying a new vechicle until next year. do i have any recourse with isuzu? i just pray that no one gets killed with these rusted frames. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | |||
| My car frame has totally rusted threw back behind the rear wheels,they have a recall on it,yet they wont take responsibility if its a couple inches back further,they told me not to drive it that it was unsafe,and they would buy it back for1080.00.i bought it last year for5400.00.its in very good condition .i said no..i want the value of the car price.what can i do to get help in this case, | |||
| 10/01/2010 | 200000 | ||
| Rear anti-sway bar broke almost caused my daughter to crash. i took it to a mechanic and he discovered the rear frame is severely corroded and is not safe to drive. i have dealt with isuzu and it was hauled to an authorized dealer 110 miles away for repair. they say it has been fixed. they called it a stage 2 fix which is basically spraying a frame treatment on the inside and outside brackets. within the bracket vincity the frame is completely rusted through and i do not feel this vehicle was rated right by the dealer, i believe it should have been a stage 4 fix. i feel this is a terrible saftey issue that isuzu and honda need to step up and take responsiblity for. there are over 150,000 of these vehicles on the road and they need to be taken off the road before lives are lost. | |||
| 12/05/2010 | 75000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the frame bracket fractured causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle and drove into a ditch. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated they could not repair the frame because of severe corrosion and rust but they could repair the bracket under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the manufacturer was contacted who stated that they would only repair the bracket under the recall, but not the frame. the failure mileage was 75,000. | |||
| 12/05/2010 | 75000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the frame was corroded and rusted. while driving 35 mph the bracket broke causing the vehicle to end up in a ditch. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated they cannot repair the frame but they can repair the bracket due to a recall. the manufacturer as contacted who stated they will only repair the bracket but not the frame. the failure mileage was 75,000...mw | |||
| 12/23/2010 | 149000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle was inspected recall 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the dealer stated that the frame was completely corroded. the dealer stated that they were able to possibly replace the brackets but regardless of the remedy, the vehicle would not be drivable. the manufacturer was contacted who stated that the recall specifically stated that only the brackets would be replaced but due to the nature of the problem, they offered to buy the vehicle back. the vin was unavailable. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 149,000. | |||
| 12/23/2010 | 149000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that his vehicle was inspected under recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (component: suspension:rear) who diagnosed that the vehicle frame was completely corroded. the dealer stated that they were able to possibly replace the brackets but regardless of the remedy the vehicle would not be drive able. the manufacturer was contacted who stated that the recall specifically states that only the brackets would be replace but do to the stand of the problem they offered to buy the vehicle back. the vehicle identification number was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 149,000. pm | |||
| 02/17/2011 | 145000 | ||
| I own a 2001 isuzu rodeo, there was a recall issued in dec or jan timeframe in regards to corrioson of the frame. i took my vechile to an isuzu rodeo dealership like it stated on feb 17. the dealer did state that they would not be able to get to the vechile until the following week. on feb 24 the dealership did contact us and stated the vechile was unrepairable and that they had submitted photos and documentation to isuzu. i spoke with iszuz on march 8 almost 2 weeks after they revcieved the information from the dealer and they seemed inconcerned and stated that the dealer's pictures were inconclusive and that they didnt see why they could not put the brackets on the vechile. i stated that i was told by the dealership told me the issue was beyond repiar and isuzu stated they needed more photos. it is going on three weeks without a vechile and it seems isuzu does not seem to care about the fact the there are indiviudals out there without and vechile and not to mention the fact that the vechile is completely unsafe to drive. | |||
| 06/15/2010 | 141000 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo:extreme premature rust damage to frame of my isuzu rodeo lse which almost killed myself as well as 3 other individuals. we should have recieved a recall or at least a warning as a courtesy! its only peoples lives that are at stake, and i am looking for some kind of retribution from honda/isuzu before i hire an attourney. please hold those whom are responsible for this to the morality and ethcs this country was founded and based upon. thannk you. cort anderson | |||
| 11/26/2009 | 82983 | 1 | |
| Two days prior to my traction bar detaching itself from the frame in the driver side rear of my 2001 isuzu rodeo that only has 82,983 miles on it. i was hearing knocking under the car. never did see anything wrong other than the whole frame is rusted.. driving on a main road in town with my little girl in the car i lost control luckily i have a 5 speed i was able to down shift to slow down before hitting the breaks i pulled off the road to find the stabilizer bar detached. the amount of rust and rot on the frame, any welder and mechanic that looked at it said it is not worth repairing because of the winters we have it will just fall apart again. this needs to be a recall there are so many people out there with the same problem as me and many of us carry our children in the vehicle. *tr | |||
| 10/30/2009 | 143353 | 1 | |
| The car was driven away from a gas station, and with no warning, it began to weave all over the road. upon inspection, it was discovered that the driver's side control arm separated from the frame, due to serious rust. the control arm attaches to the rear axle, and is welded to the lower side of the frame in front of the rear wheel. the corrosion was so severe at that point, that the bracket separated from the frame. this causes the rear axle to move, resulting in the car steering with the rear wheels. this condition makes it extremely difficult to control the car. the car was towed home. a few weeks later, it was towed to a body shop for an estimate. the owner inspected the car, and said that it would be difficult to repair, and estimated the cost at $3,200.00. the car has not been repaired, and is not drivable. i purchased this car new in 2001, and have always garaged it and maintained it properly. the body, drivetrain, and interior are in excellent condition, but the car is sitting in the driveway, because it is unsafe, and i cannot afford to repair it at this point. *tr | |||
| 05/01/2008 | 110000 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle began to swerve. the trailing arm on the rear axle of the frame disconnected from the frame. the contact noticed that the frame was rusted and rotted all the way through to the point of disconnection. he called the manufacturer corporate offices and was informed that the vehicle was beyond its manufacturer warranty due to the mileage. the current and failure mileages were 110,000. updated 06/09/2008. *lj updated 06/09/08 | |||
| 05/15/2001 | |||
| Steering wheel makes loud vibration noise when turning to left or making left turns. vehicle been to dealer on several occasions, and problem still reoccurring. feel free to provide any further information.*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 07/19/2001 | 2 | 07/01/2001 | |
| This rodeo was purchased in july. after a test drive, a vibration was noticed in the steering wheel and ride of the vehicle. we were told by the salesman and sales manager that this was normal due to tire flat spots from sitting on the dealers' lot. we were told to drive the vehicle for 500+ miles and see if the problem alleviates itself. at the same time, we agreed to do this with an alignment done and the tires balanced and rotated later. we took the vehicle in on august 2, 2001 and were told that two tires had to be replaced due to the tires not being round and would not balance. we were able to get two new tires that had already been ordered fro another customer's rodeo (same problem). the wheels were not replaced at this point, only the tires. we were told they could give us the other customer's tires, since they knew he was out of town. this was fine with us. an alignment was also done at this time. the problem was better but not good enough. a little time revealed the same problem was reoccuring and the wobble was getting worse! we took the vehicle back on august 11, 2001. we were then told that all 4 tires and wheels had to be replaced under a tsb that was out for this problem. i logged a complaint wirh isuzu regarding the fact that i had to wait up to 10 business days for the replacement wheels and tires to arrive. my concern is that all 4 tires were bad, two which have already been replaced at this point, and i am being told that it is ok for me to drive my vehicle on the highway and tat no danger exists with these tires. i do not agree, since the entire wheel assemblies are being replaced. i will be more than happy to provide copies of repair work. to date, my wheels have not been replaced. the wheels on my rodeo are the steel wheels, not the aluminum alloy. (tiresize: unknown) | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | |||
| 04/21/2005 | 42000 | 1 | 02/14/2005 |
| Both upper ball joints have 3/8 of an inch movement. when the consumer placed the vehicle into reverse or made a turns, the vehicle made a funny sound. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR | |||
| 10/11/2009 | 109000 | 1 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo- 109,000 miles. driving in town, rodeo felt unstable. passenger side stabilizer bar undercarriage rusted through and broke. lucky to get home safely. the vehicle is undrivable, not road safe. opened a case with isuzu but not confident in their concern. other than the rusted frame, truck is in great shape. government needs to push for a recall or compensation. *tr | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 04/04/2011 | 1 | ||
| Issue is with a safety recall # 10v-436 excessive corrosion of frame and bracket which mine is in very bad condition on 04/04/11 i brought my vehicle to rothrock motors for a diagnose. the service manager also called isuzu 877-460-0706 as well with no response for a remedy. in the meantime my car has not been drivable due to this condition and have had to arrange transportation daily for 3 months due to the fact they are unwilling to rent me a car while this process is solved which i believe they should buy back the vehicle as the service advisor from rothrock motors stated to me when the car was inspected and is noted on the invoice # iscs839275 vehicle has more damage to frame awaiting response from isuzu this is my case # 11143015 for this recall. any help in resolving this matter is appreciated i have been inconvenienced far too long through no fault of my own due to this failure. consumer e-mailed pictures. 07/07/11 | |||
| 06/20/2011 | 121000 | ||
| Driving thru parking lot around 20mph when a lound noise heard from rear of vehicle, vehicle became impossible to stear | |||
| 04/04/2011 | 1 | ||
| Issue is with a safety recall # 10v-436 excessive corrosion of frame and bracket which mine is in very bad condition on 04/04/11 i brought my vehicle to rothrock motors for a diagnose. the service manager also called isuzu 877-460-0706 as well with no response for a remedy. in the meantime my car has not been drivable due to this condition and have had to arrange transportation daily for 3 months due to the fact they are unwilling to rent me a car while this process is solved which i believe they should buy back the vehicle as the service advisor from rothrock motors stated to me when the car was inspected and is noted on the invoice # iscs839275 vehicle has more damage to frame awaiting response from isuzu this is my case # 11143015 for this recall. any help in resolving this matter is appreciated i have been inconvenienced far too long through no fault of my own due to this failure. consumer e-mailed pictures. 07/07/11 | |||
| 06/20/2011 | 121000 | ||
| Driving thru parking lot around 20mph when a lound noise heard from rear of vehicle, vehicle became impossible to stear | |||
| 04/07/2011 | 150000 | ||
| My husband was leaving the house, when he pulled away the frame, not the lower link bracket broke. the bolts were still in place. the frame is so rotted he was able to push his finger through it more than a foot away from the lower link bracket. they (isuzu) has decided to scrap my 2001 rodeo, i bought it in october 2010, a month after the recall (which i knew nothing about and still have not recieved a letter of recall) for the price of $5000. this vehicle should not have been on the lot to be sold. isuzu should have gotten them off the road. now they are only offering $1500 for it. i am forced to take it, because i am unable to go without a car, being a 1 car family, and money is tight. i have to take this offer to pay on the car i had to go buy to replace my rodeo, which is is wonderful condition with the exception of the frame, that is not covered in this recall. the wrong parts are being recalled and we as consumers are being forced to take extremely to little for our cars. | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 145440 | ||
| On august 24, 2010 i was making a right turn from a parking lot, i heard a very loud noise and bang from my 2001 isuzu rodeo pulled off to the side of road. that's when i noticed the drivers side rear control arm had separated from the frame.since that time i have followed all of isuzu's requests for a remedy and now waiting for them to buyback my truck. i'm just now filing complaint because of what i've read online about their absurd buyback offers and them requesting consumers to fill out a w9 form, when the offers a @ a considerable loss to what we rodeo owners originally paid. and the fact they (isuzu) knows darn right well the cause of the defect is that bad metal was used to build the frames, not the suspension to cause the recall. | |||
| 04/01/2011 | 125000 | ||
| While driving the vehicle the rear suspension broke causing the vehicle to swerve into oncoming traffic. luckily there was no accident and the vehicle was towed to a friends home until we could determine what needed to be done. i had known about the recall since late december but was unable to get the vehicle in to be checked that quickly. the closest repair facility was 95 miles away from where i lived. bill colwell ford in hudson, iowa was contacted and the vehicle was towed from my friends home. an attempt to repair was made but it was later determined it would not be possible. i have waited for isuzu to contact me for over a week regarding a repurchase remedy for this issue. i have contacted isuzu as well as the service manager at bill colwell ford, and isuzu is holding up the process. i am paying payments and insurance on a salvage vehicle which doesn't seem fair. i am greatly concerned they will attempt to undervalue my vehicle if they ever get that far in the process. i am without a vehicle and i am extremely angry that more isn't being done to help. | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 118900 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that she received a recall in regards to nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear). after having the repairs done and then taking the vehicle through inspection, she was advised that her that the vehicle failed due to severe rusting and holes on the frame. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileage was approximately 118,900. | |||
| 04/01/2011 | 125000 | ||
| While driving the vehicle the rear suspension broke causing the vehicle to swerve into oncoming traffic. luckily there was no accident and the vehicle was towed to a friends home until we could determine what needed to be done. i had known about the recall since late december but was unable to get the vehicle in to be checked that quickly. the closest repair facility was 95 miles away from where i lived. bill colwell ford in hudson, iowa was contacted and the vehicle was towed from my friends home. an attempt to repair was made but it was later determined it would not be possible. i have waited for isuzu to contact me for over a week regarding a repurchase remedy for this issue. i have contacted isuzu as well as the service manager at bill colwell ford, and isuzu is holding up the process. i am paying payments and insurance on a salvage vehicle which doesn't seem fair. i am greatly concerned they will attempt to undervalue my vehicle if they ever get that far in the process. i am without a vehicle and i am extremely angry that more isn't being done to help. | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 118900 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that she received a recall in regards to nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear). after having the repairs done and then taking the vehicle through inspection, she was advised that her that the vehicle failed due to severe rusting and holes on the frame. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileage was approximately 118,900. | |||
| 02/27/2011 | 72359 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to sway back and forth. while slowing down to inspect the vehicle, the bracket broke causing the contact to drive into oncoming traffic. the drivers side rear tire also began to shake. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated that there was too much structural damage on the frame to be fixed according to recall 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the contact called the manufacturer who authorized that the vehicle be towed to the dealer. the vehicle had not been repaired. the current mileage was 73,359. the failure mileage was 72,359. | |||
| 03/22/2011 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo it had a recall for a bracket which was repaired at marty's gmc in kingston ma 781-936-0079. i have just received a call from the service dept that the car is ready but is still danderous to drive as the frame is all rotted, but is not there problem they are only getting paid for the bracket. please look into this recall before someone gets killed | |||
| 02/27/2011 | 72359 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to sway back and forth. while slowing down to inspect the vehicle, the bracket broke and swayed into oncoming traffic. the driver side rear tire also began to wobble after the wobble. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated that there was too much structural damage on the frame to be fixed according to recall 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the contact had called the manufacturer who had the vehicle towed to the dealer. the vehicle had not been repaired. the current mileage was 73,359. the failure mileage was 72,359-bk | |||
| 03/22/2011 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo it had a recall for a bracket which was repaired at marty's gmc in kingston ma 781-936-0079. i have just received a call from the service dept that the car is ready but is still danderous to drive as the frame is all rotted, but is not there problem they are only getting paid for the bracket. please look into this recall before someone gets killed | |||
| 02/27/2011 | 72359 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to sway back and forth. while slowing down to inspect the vehicle, the bracket broke and swayed into oncoming traffic. the driver side rear tire also began to wobble after the wobble. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated that there was too much structural damage on the frame to be fixed according to recall 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the contact had called the manufacturer who had the vehicle towed to the dealer. the vehicle had not been repaired. the current mileage was 73,359. the failure mileage was 72,359-bk | |||
| 03/22/2011 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo it had a recall for a bracket which was repaired at marty's gmc in kingston ma 781-936-0079. i have just received a call from the service dept that the car is ready but is still danderous to drive as the frame is all rotted, but is not there problem they are only getting paid for the bracket. please look into this recall before someone gets killed | |||
| 03/08/2011 | 118000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the vehicle exhibit severe corrosion of the frame. the contact later received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) and because the contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle , it was then towed to the dealer for repairs. the dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was not repairable. the manufacturer was contacted and advised that they would repurchase the vehicle from the contact but the process would take weeks. the contact was disconcerted because he believed that the repairs listed in the recall were beyond a reasonable amount of time. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 118,000. | |||
| 04/01/2010 | 1 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to safety recall for left and right rear suspension arms *tgw the consumer stated she did not receive the recall until after she had already paid for the repairs. the consumer was informed that since she paid cash and her husband who owns a repair shop made the repairs, there was no verification as to what was really done. *jb | |||
| 03/22/2011 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo it had a recall for a bracket which was repaired at marty's gmc in kingston ma 781-936-0079. i have just received a call from the service dept that the car is ready but is still danderous to drive as the frame is all rotted, but is not there problem they are only getting paid for the bracket. please look into this recall before someone gets killed | |||
| 03/08/2011 | 118000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact received a recall letter, nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 ( component: suspension:rear ) . the contact wanted to file a complaint because he believe that it has taken too much time and he does not have a vehicle to get around. the vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that the vehicle was not repairable. the manufacturer was contacted who stated that they are working on buying the vehicle back but it could take weeks before that happens. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 118,000. pm | |||
| 04/01/2010 | 1 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to safety recall for left and right rear suspension arms *tgw the consumer stated she did not receive the recall until after she had already paid for the repairs. the consumer was informed that since she paid cash and her husband who owns a repair shop made the repairs, there was no verification as to what was really done. *jb | |||
| 03/08/2011 | 118000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact received a recall letter, nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 ( component: suspension:rear ) . the contact wanted to file a complaint because he believe that it has taken too much time and he does not have a vehicle to get around. the vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that the vehicle was not repairable. the manufacturer was contacted who stated that they are working on buying the vehicle back but it could take weeks before that happens. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 118,000. pm | |||
| 04/01/2010 | 1 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to safety recall for left and right rear suspension arms *tgw the consumer stated she did not receive the recall until after she had already paid for the repairs. the consumer was informed that since she paid cash and her husband who owns a repair shop made the repairs, there was no verification as to what was really done. *jb | |||
| 03/08/2011 | 118000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact received a recall letter, nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000 ( component: suspension:rear ) . the contact wanted to file a complaint because he believe that it has taken too much time and he does not have a vehicle to get around. the vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that the vehicle was not repairable. the manufacturer was contacted who stated that they are working on buying the vehicle back but it could take weeks before that happens. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 118,000. pm | |||
| 04/01/2010 | 1 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to safety recall for left and right rear suspension arms *tgw the consumer stated she did not receive the recall until after she had already paid for the repairs. the consumer was informed that since she paid cash and her husband who owns a repair shop made the repairs, there was no verification as to what was really done. *jb | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to safety recall repairs cost *tgw the consumer stated she recently had to have the rear bumper reinforced which she was sure was attached to the frame. the consumer stated she has tried to get isuzu to honor the recall, but they rejected the claim by stating the safety recall was specific in relating to the frame only. *jb | |||
| 02/14/2011 | 1 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to a rotted away frame *tgw the consumer stated a portion of the frame became detached from the vehicle. the consumer stated a recall was issued regarding the problem. the consumer was informed the part would not be available until july 1st. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| Letter from congressman on behalf of constituent regarding her 2001 isuzu rodeo; she would like isuzu to be responsible for the rusted frame and offer an acceptable buyback. *kb the consumer stated her son was driving the vehicle, when suddenly he was unable to control it. the consumer had the vehicle towed to her local mechanic who informed her that the frame had rusted and cracked and it would not pass inspection. the consumer discovered there was recall on the brackets attaching the axle to the frame. isuzu had the vehicle towed to a local dealership. upon their inspection of the vehicle, the vehicle could not be repaired under the recall due to the severity of the rust and the frame being cracked. the consumer was verbally offered 3,000 as a courtesy and gave her three days to accept or decline. the consumer stated she did agree to the offer, but has not pursued it further. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | 01/01/2010 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to a defective frame *tgw the consumer stated as she was having another service performed, the mechanic informed her the vehicle was not safe to drive. the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was informed there was a recall, but it had not been made public. the consumer stated she finally received a recall letter and the vehicle was towed to the dealer who kept the vehicle for 54 days. the consumer stated she was under the impression, the vehicle was going to be repaired, but the dealer only placed two brackets on the vehicle and did not replace the frame. the consumer was quoted an extremely high price for replacing the frame. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| Letter from congressman on behalf of constituent regarding her 2001 isuzu rodeo; she would like isuzu to be responsible for the rusted frame and offer an acceptable buyback. *kb the consumer stated her son was driving the vehicle, when suddenly he was unable to control it. the consumer had the vehicle towed to her local mechanic who informed her that the frame had rusted and cracked and it would not pass inspection. the consumer discovered there was recall on the brackets attaching the axle to the frame. isuzu had the vehicle towed to a local dealership. upon their inspection of the vehicle, the vehicle could not be repaired under the recall due to the severity of the rust and the frame being cracked. the consumer was verbally offered 3,000 as a courtesy and gave her three days to accept or decline. the consumer stated she did agree to the offer, but has not pursued it further. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | 01/01/2010 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to a defective frame *tgw the consumer stated as she was having another service performed, the mechanic informed her the vehicle was not safe to drive. the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was informed there was a recall, but it had not been made public. the consumer stated she finally received a recall letter and the vehicle was towed to the dealer who kept the vehicle for 54 days. the consumer stated she was under the impression, the vehicle was going to be repaired, but the dealer only placed two brackets on the vehicle and did not replace the frame. the consumer was quoted an extremely high price for replacing the frame. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| Letter from congressman on behalf of constituent regarding her 2001 isuzu rodeo; she would like isuzu to be responsible for the rusted frame and offer an acceptable buyback. *kb the consumer stated her son was driving the vehicle, when suddenly he was unable to control it. the consumer had the vehicle towed to her local mechanic who informed her that the frame had rusted and cracked and it would not pass inspection. the consumer discovered there was recall on the brackets attaching the axle to the frame. isuzu had the vehicle towed to a local dealership. upon their inspection of the vehicle, the vehicle could not be repaired under the recall due to the severity of the rust and the frame being cracked. the consumer was verbally offered 3,000 as a courtesy and gave her three days to accept or decline. the consumer stated she did agree to the offer, but has not pursued it further. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | 01/01/2010 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to a defective frame *tgw the consumer stated as she was having another service performed, the mechanic informed her the vehicle was not safe to drive. the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was informed there was a recall, but it had not been made public. the consumer stated she finally received a recall letter and the vehicle was towed to the dealer who kept the vehicle for 54 days. the consumer stated she was under the impression, the vehicle was going to be repaired, but the dealer only placed two brackets on the vehicle and did not replace the frame. the consumer was quoted an extremely high price for replacing the frame. *jb | |||
| 02/23/2011 | 73000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 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 they could perform the recall remedy but the vehicle would still be unsafe to drive because the entire frame was corroded. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 73,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| Letter from congressman on behalf of constituent regarding her 2001 isuzu rodeo; she would like isuzu to be responsible for the rusted frame and offer an acceptable buyback. *kb the consumer stated her son was driving the vehicle, when suddenly he was unable to control it. the consumer had the vehicle towed to her local mechanic who informed her that the frame had rusted and cracked and it would not pass inspection. the consumer discovered there was recall on the brackets attaching the axle to the frame. isuzu had the vehicle towed to a local dealership. upon their inspection of the vehicle, the vehicle could not be repaired under the recall due to the severity of the rust and the frame being cracked. the consumer was verbally offered 3,000 as a courtesy and gave her three days to accept or decline. the consumer stated she did agree to the offer, but has not pursued it further. *jb | |||
| 02/01/2011 | 1 | 01/01/2010 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. consumer writes in regards to a defective frame *tgw the consumer stated as she was having another service performed, the mechanic informed her the vehicle was not safe to drive. the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was informed there was a recall, but it had not been made public. the consumer stated she finally received a recall letter and the vehicle was towed to the dealer who kept the vehicle for 54 days. the consumer stated she was under the impression, the vehicle was going to be repaired, but the dealer only placed two brackets on the vehicle and did not replace the frame. the consumer was quoted an extremely high price for replacing the frame. *jb | |||
| 02/23/2011 | 73000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 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 they could perform the recall remedy but the vehicle would still be unsafe to drive because the entire frame was corroded. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 73,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 12/14/2010 | 71000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact was driving 20 mph, and suddenly loss control in the steering causing the vehicle to swerve off of the road. the contact gained control and turned the engine off. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they detected that the rear driver side frame was severely corroded and the lower bracket fractured. there was a nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the technician refused to repair the vehicle and advised that the vehicle was beyond repair. the failure mileage was approximately 71,000. js | |||
| 01/07/2011 | 84320 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while approximately 10-15 mph the rear driver's side tire became detached from the vehicle. she stated she was near home and slowly drove the vehicle home and parked it. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. the contact stated he had received recall letter nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, suspension:rear before the failure. she was advised that the vehicle was not repairable per the dealer. she called the manufacturer and they had not decided what they were going to do about the failure. the approximate failure and current mileage was 84,320 | |||
| 01/20/2011 | 98595 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact was very upset after the dealer performed recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, suspension:rear on january 20,2011. he stated the dealer sprayed black paint on the rust. the contact stated the entire frame was rusted out. he stated the dealer advised him that they did what was required per the recall. the contact stated he had called the manufacture from 2/1/2011 to 2/8/2011 and had been on hold up to 1 and a half hours and can not get anyone to answer. the contact stated he had not driven the vehicle because the rear bumper had rust thru to the frame and he does not feel safe driving the vehicle. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 98,595 and the current mileage was 98,635. vwb | |||
| 01/07/2011 | 84320 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while approximately 10-15 mph the rear driver's side tire became detached from the vehicle. she stated she was near home and slowly drove the vehicle home and parked it. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. the contact stated he had received recall letter nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, suspension:rear before the failure. she was advised that the vehicle was not repairable per the dealer. she called the manufacturer and they had not decided what they were going to do about the failure. the approximate failure and current mileage was 84,320 | |||
| 01/20/2011 | 98595 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact was very upset after the dealer performed recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, suspension:rear on january 20,2011. he stated the dealer sprayed black paint on the rust. the contact stated the entire frame was rusted out. he stated the dealer advised him that they did what was required per the recall. the contact stated he had called the manufacture from 2/1/2011 to 2/8/2011 and had been on hold up to 1 and a half hours and can not get anyone to answer. the contact stated he had not driven the vehicle because the rear bumper had rust thru to the frame and he does not feel safe driving the vehicle. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 98,595 and the current mileage was 98,635. vwb | |||
| 01/07/2011 | 84320 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while approximately 10-15 mph the rear driver's side tire became detached from the vehicle. she stated she was near home and slowly drove the vehicle home and parked it. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. the contact stated he had received recall letter nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, suspension:rear before the failure. she was advised that the vehicle was not repairable per the dealer. she called the manufacturer and they had not decided what they were going to do about the failure. the approximate failure and current mileage was 84,320 | |||
| 01/20/2011 | 98595 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact was very upset after the dealer performed recall nhtsa campaign id number: 10v436000, suspension:rear on january 20,2011. he stated the dealer sprayed black paint on the rust. the contact stated the entire frame was rusted out. he stated the dealer advised him that they did what was required per the recall. the contact stated he had called the manufacture from 2/1/2011 to 2/8/2011 and had been on hold up to 1 and a half hours and can not get anyone to answer. the contact stated he had not driven the vehicle because the rear bumper had rust thru to the frame and he does not feel safe driving the vehicle. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 98,595 and the current mileage was 98,635. vwb | |||
| 12/13/2010 | 88486 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact had concerns about recall campaign 10v436000 for the rear suspension of the vehicle. the dealer re-enforced the rear brackets, but it still leaves a one foot whole in the frame. the dealer stated the vehicle is still unsafe to drive and will not pass inspection. the dealer directed the caller to the manufacturer and isuzu informed the contact that the vehicle was safe to drive. the contact is concerned, because the frame is not secure. the contact stated that they did not become aware of this until their other 2001 isuzu rodeo | |||
| 01/30/2011 | 129000 | ||
| Within the past few weeks we received a recall notice on our 2001 isuzu rodeo. i called the local isuzu dealer and was told that they have not received the tech bulletin nor the parts to fix the vehicle but they would call me when they could get our vehicle in. they said it was only a minor issue that required spraying an anti rust spray on a part of the undercarriage. yesterday, 01/30/2011 the left forward mounting bracket ripped away from the frame causing our vehicle to go into a irrecoverable clockwise spin. my wife and 2 year old son were in the vehicle with me. my wife was struck by flying debris and got some scratches and bruises. my son was secured in his car seat but was struck by flying debris and he got a contusion on his forhead and a black eye. i was able to fight through the spin and we ended up in a ditch with no other vehicles involved. we were 5 minutes away from being on the highway at highway speeds. if this were the case there would have been no way to avoid a life threatening crash. these vehicles are unsafe and are rolling death traps. isuzu has told me that this is a level 4 failure and probably my vehicle will not be repaired under the recall due to the extensive corrosion. they state in their recall notice that there will be an alternative remedy for these situations. when i asked what the alternative remedy was i was told that they have not figured out what they will be doing yet. this is unacceptable. | |||
| 12/13/2010 | 88486 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact had concerns about recall campaign 10v436000 for the rear suspension of the vehicle. the dealer re-enforced the rear brackets, but it still leaves a one foot whole in the frame. the dealer stated the vehicle is still unsafe to drive and will not pass inspection. the dealer directed the caller to the manufacturer and isuzu informed the contact that the vehicle was safe to drive. the contact is concerned, because the frame is not secure. the contact stated that they did not become aware of this until their other 2001 isuzu rodeo | |||
| 01/30/2011 | 129000 | ||
| Within the past few weeks we received a recall notice on our 2001 isuzu rodeo. i called the local isuzu dealer and was told that they have not received the tech bulletin nor the parts to fix the vehicle but they would call me when they could get our vehicle in. they said it was only a minor issue that required spraying an anti rust spray on a part of the undercarriage. yesterday, 01/30/2011 the left forward mounting bracket ripped away from the frame causing our vehicle to go into a irrecoverable clockwise spin. my wife and 2 year old son were in the vehicle with me. my wife was struck by flying debris and got some scratches and bruises. my son was secured in his car seat but was struck by flying debris and he got a contusion on his forhead and a black eye. i was able to fight through the spin and we ended up in a ditch with no other vehicles involved. we were 5 minutes away from being on the highway at highway speeds. if this were the case there would have been no way to avoid a life threatening crash. these vehicles are unsafe and are rolling death traps. isuzu has told me that this is a level 4 failure and probably my vehicle will not be repaired under the recall due to the extensive corrosion. they state in their recall notice that there will be an alternative remedy for these situations. when i asked what the alternative remedy was i was told that they have not figured out what they will be doing yet. this is unacceptable. | |||
| 12/13/2010 | 88486 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact had concerns about recall campaign 10v436000 for the rear suspension of the vehicle. the dealer re-enforced the rear brackets, but it still leaves a one foot whole in the frame. the dealer stated the vehicle is still unsafe to drive and will not pass inspection. the dealer directed the caller to the manufacturer and isuzu informed the contact that the vehicle was safe to drive. the contact is concerned, because the frame is not secure. the contact stated that they did not become aware of this until their other 2001 isuzu rodeo | |||
| 01/30/2011 | 129000 | ||
| Within the past few weeks we received a recall notice on our 2001 isuzu rodeo. i called the local isuzu dealer and was told that they have not received the tech bulletin nor the parts to fix the vehicle but they would call me when they could get our vehicle in. they said it was only a minor issue that required spraying an anti rust spray on a part of the undercarriage. yesterday, 01/30/2011 the left forward mounting bracket ripped away from the frame causing our vehicle to go into a irrecoverable clockwise spin. my wife and 2 year old son were in the vehicle with me. my wife was struck by flying debris and got some scratches and bruises. my son was secured in his car seat but was struck by flying debris and he got a contusion on his forhead and a black eye. i was able to fight through the spin and we ended up in a ditch with no other vehicles involved. we were 5 minutes away from being on the highway at highway speeds. if this were the case there would have been no way to avoid a life threatening crash. these vehicles are unsafe and are rolling death traps. isuzu has told me that this is a level 4 failure and probably my vehicle will not be repaired under the recall due to the extensive corrosion. they state in their recall notice that there will be an alternative remedy for these situations. when i asked what the alternative remedy was i was told that they have not figured out what they will be doing yet. this is unacceptable. | |||
| 08/25/2008 | 150000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the rear subframe had fractured as a result to substantial rust corrosion, and was repaired by him. recently, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear);however, the dealer refused to repair the vehicle because the frame was beyond repair. the technician informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive. also, the contact stated the recall remedy would not correct the problem. the manufacturer was notified of the defect which there was no resolution. the contact was waiting on a response from the dealer for further assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 150,000. js | |||
| 11/29/2010 | 115000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 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 to be repaired under the recall. the vehicle was sitting with the dealer for approximately 2 months without being repaired. the contact was told they were unsure of the type of repair to perform on the vehicle. the failure and current mileages were 115,000. sm. | |||
| 11/15/2010 | 90000 | ||
| My 2001 isuzu rodeo with 90,000 has completely corroded underneath and a steering bracket became detached from the rear wheel while the car was being driven in traffic. the isuzu factory did recall the car, but it has been sitting disabled in my driveway for 2 months now and i don't think it can be fixed (the entire underside is rusted out). the company is botching this recall: this is a very dangerous condition. these cars need to be bought back by the company and taken out of circulation. they basically told me too bad when i explained that being unable to drive this car is unacceptable: i need a car! they also told me not to try to get the car fixed on my own. i can't trade it in, i can't fix it, i can't drive it...i'm basically screwed. i bought this car new and am the original owner. i have always taken excellent care of it as far as maintenance, oil changes, etc. the car looks great, the body and engine are fine, but yet, it is a total loss, at only 90,000 miles. something needs to be done to get this company to make this right for the victims of this factory defect, those of us who unknowingly bought a car that was destined to self-destruct in 9 years. it is only a matter of time before someone dies in a horrific accident from this; it almost happened to me, but i was able to get over to the side of the road. when the bracket gave way, the car began to swerve uncontrollably. | |||
| 12/16/2010 | 86000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact detected that the frame exhibited cracks and completely rusted due to substantial corrosion. there was a recall associated with the nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension:rear). the contact stated that the frame defect should be included in the recall remedy. the vehicle was not repaired under the recall. the failure mileage was approximately 86,000. js | |||
| 08/07/2010 | 130000 | ||
| 2001 izuzu rodeo frame rusted completely through while my daughter was driving near boston ma. thank god she is ok however all persons who handled the accident could not believe how rusted out it was. she was quite lucky she was in the right lane of 3 when it happened. the frame broke through on the passenger side in front of the rear wheel about 18 inchs. at that point the car became unmanageable and swirved in all directions. the car was deemed of course undriveable and was towed to a junkyard. the kicker is my other daughter has the same car and year and also has a rotted frame. you never would guess looking at the car (unless) you look below. darn shame someone needs to get these cars off the road and have izuzu step up. extremely dangerous. | |||
| 11/11/2010 | 145000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 5 mph she noticed the vehicle was swaying back and forth. she stopped at a stop sign and heard a noisy coming from the rear of the vehicle. she coasted to the side of the road but did not have any control of the vehicle. she stated the rear frame of the vehicle was hanging off. the vehicle was towed to her residence. the vehicle has not been repaired. she referenced pe09030. she called the manufacture and was advised that there will be a recall in december 2010 for this failure on some vehicle per the vin. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage were approximately 145,000. vwb. | |||
| 10/25/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 60 mph the steering wheel began to turn to the left and right. the vehicle began to lose control and he noticed the rear of the vehicle was drifting into a different lane. the vehicle was pulled over and shut off. upon examination he noticed the rear suspension and entire frame was severely rusted. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was in the process of being repaired. the failure and current mileages were 117,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 10/01/2010 | 125000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a noise outside of the vehicle. the contact pulled over to the side of the road and observed that the rear suspension bar partially detached from the frame. the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic for diagnosis and repair. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. js | |||
| 11/06/2010 | 109638 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 35 mph the vehicle swirled left and right uncontrollable. he engaged the brakes and held the steer wheel to control the vehicle. he stopped the vehicle and inspected it but did not see what was causing the failure. he continued to drive home. after he arrived home he inspected the vehicle and noticed the passenger side rear suspension bracket was separated from the frame. he referenced recall 10v436000, suspension:rear, he called the manufacture and they would not give him any information. the vehicle has not been repaired and is not safe to drive. the failure and current mileage were 109,638. vwb | |||
| 10/01/2010 | 125000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a noise outside of the vehicle. the contact pulled over to the side of the road and observed that the rear suspension bar partially detached from the frame. the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic for diagnosis and repair. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. js | |||
| 11/06/2010 | 109638 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 35 mph the vehicle swirled left and right uncontrollable. he engaged the brakes and held the steer wheel to control the vehicle. he stopped the vehicle and inspected it but did not see what was causing the failure. he continued to drive home. after he arrived home he inspected the vehicle and noticed the passenger side rear suspension bracket was separated from the frame. he referenced recall 10v436000, suspension:rear, he called the manufacture and they would not give him any information. the vehicle has not been repaired and is not safe to drive. the failure and current mileage were 109,638. vwb | |||
| 10/01/2010 | 125000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a noise outside of the vehicle. the contact pulled over to the side of the road and observed that the rear suspension bar partially detached from the frame. the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic for diagnosis and repair. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. js | |||
| 11/06/2010 | 109638 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 35 mph the vehicle swirled left and right uncontrollable. he engaged the brakes and held the steer wheel to control the vehicle. he stopped the vehicle and inspected it but did not see what was causing the failure. he continued to drive home. after he arrived home he inspected the vehicle and noticed the passenger side rear suspension bracket was separated from the frame. he referenced recall 10v436000, suspension:rear, he called the manufacture and they would not give him any information. the vehicle has not been repaired and is not safe to drive. the failure and current mileage were 109,638. vwb | |||
| 10/01/2010 | 125000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a noise outside of the vehicle. the contact pulled over to the side of the road and observed that the rear suspension bar partially detached from the frame. the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic for diagnosis and repair. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. js | |||
| 11/06/2010 | 109638 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 35 mph the vehicle swirled left and right uncontrollable. he engaged the brakes and held the steer wheel to control the vehicle. he stopped the vehicle and inspected it but did not see what was causing the failure. he continued to drive home. after he arrived home he inspected the vehicle and noticed the passenger side rear suspension bracket was separated from the frame. he referenced recall 10v436000, suspension:rear, he called the manufacture and they would not give him any information. the vehicle has not been repaired and is not safe to drive. the failure and current mileage were 109,638. vwb | |||
| 08/20/2010 | 65000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 15 mph the vehicle lost control and began to shake. the vehicle coasted to a stop and upon examination she noticed the rear control arms were disconnected from the frame due to corrosion. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where she was informed the sub frame and control arms were severely corroded. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,000. sm. | |||
| 10/12/2010 | 116382 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 20 mph the rear axle broke and fall off due to corrosion and rust. the vehicle was driven home. the dealer was call and gave her the manufacturer number to contact them. the manufacturer was contacted and informed her there are no recalls and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 116,382....mw | |||
| 10/07/2010 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, the rear end of the vehicle began to fishtail. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected that the rear bracket completely separated from the frame due to rust corrosion. the technician stated that the vehicle was not safe to drive. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the contact discovered a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension: rear). the dealer was notified of the failure and they advised that the vehicle was included in the recall. also, the technician informed that there was not an appropriate remedy repair and possibly by the end of the fy 2010 there would be one in effect. the contact expressed that the vehicle was her only means of transportation and was not being driven due to the safety hazard. the failure mileage was approximately 110,000. js | |||
| 10/12/2010 | 116382 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving 20 mph the rear axle broke and fall off due to corrosion and rust. the vehicle was driven home. the dealer was call and gave her the manufacturer number to contact them. the manufacturer was contacted and informed her there are no recalls and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 116,382....mw | |||
| 10/07/2010 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, the rear end of the vehicle began to fishtail. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected that the rear bracket completely separated from the frame due to rust corrosion. the technician stated that the vehicle was not safe to drive. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the contact discovered a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension: rear). the dealer was notified of the failure and they advised that the vehicle was included in the recall. also, the technician informed that there was not an appropriate remedy repair and possibly by the end of the fy 2010 there would be one in effect. the contact expressed that the vehicle was her only means of transportation and was not being driven due to the safety hazard. the failure mileage was approximately 110,000. js | |||
| 10/02/2010 | 114000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact observed that the driver side rear of the frame exhibited severe rust corrosion. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and they informed of a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v436000 (suspension: rear). in addition, the manufacturer advised that the vehicle not be driven until repaired under the recall. the contact stated the recall did not provide an owner notification schedule. also, he disagreed with the recall remedy repair. the failure mileage was 114,000. js | |||
| 09/23/2010 | 122000 | ||
| Tl. the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated the rear stabilizer bar broke lose while driving 35 mph. the rear stabilizer bar broke due to excessive rust on the frame. the contact called the dealer and the dealer stated to the contact that there is no recall and there is nothing they can do. the contact stated the vehicle is only nine years old and rust should not appear on the vehicle. the contact also stated the vehicle is very dangerous and could have cost someone there life. the failure mileage was 122,000. jo | |||
| 09/10/2010 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the car is immaculate in appearance until you look under it. i took it in for a oil change, and the technician actually took me down in the service bay to get a look at the frame. i couldnt believe it. i have a 4 year old daughter, and this is my only source of transportation besides a motorcycle. i am now afraid to drive my isuzu. there must be a recall.... | |||
| 10/16/2009 | 83232 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo -- drivers side rear wheel stabilizer bar (anchor) completely seperated from the frame due to severe rusting. car not driveable and not repairable. | |||
| 09/10/2010 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the car is immaculate in appearance until you look under it. i took it in for a oil change, and the technician actually took me down in the service bay to get a look at the frame. i couldnt believe it. i have a 4 year old daughter, and this is my only source of transportation besides a motorcycle. i am now afraid to drive my isuzu. there must be a recall.... | |||
| 10/16/2009 | 83232 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo -- drivers side rear wheel stabilizer bar (anchor) completely seperated from the frame due to severe rusting. car not driveable and not repairable. | |||
| 09/10/2010 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the car is immaculate in appearance until you look under it. i took it in for a oil change, and the technician actually took me down in the service bay to get a look at the frame. i couldnt believe it. i have a 4 year old daughter, and this is my only source of transportation besides a motorcycle. i am now afraid to drive my isuzu. there must be a recall.... | |||
| 10/16/2009 | 83232 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo -- drivers side rear wheel stabilizer bar (anchor) completely seperated from the frame due to severe rusting. car not driveable and not repairable. | |||
| 09/10/2010 | |||
| I have a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the car is immaculate in appearance until you look under it. i took it in for a oil change, and the technician actually took me down in the service bay to get a look at the frame. i couldnt believe it. i have a 4 year old daughter, and this is my only source of transportation besides a motorcycle. i am now afraid to drive my isuzu. there must be a recall.... | |||
| 10/16/2009 | 83232 | ||
| 2001 isuzu rodeo -- drivers side rear wheel stabilizer bar (anchor) completely seperated from the frame due to severe rusting. car not driveable and not repairable. | |||
| 08/28/2010 | 133970 | ||
| My car is a 2001 isuzu rodeo. i am its 2nd owner and i purchased it from the estate of a deceased woman. it had very low mileage. a few days ago i noticed a jarring sound coming from the left rear side of metal making contact. i planned to take it to my mechanic for inspection early this week as i was intending to go on a long trip. on saturday, august 28, my car swerved and i could tell that there was a major problem. i pulled into a parking lot and saw that a large flange attached to a rear axle stabilizer had completely disconnected from the frame. as i was not at all far from home i returned my car to my driveway. upon closer inspection i saw that the metal of the left side frame of my car was like paper - completely disintegrating. my car is in great mechanical condition. i had my transmission rebuilt last year. i use it in my work as a professional musician to transport my instruments. i have since learned that there have been widespread incidents of 1998-2002 isuzu rodeos having this metallurgical defect. it appears to be unrepairable. it seems that the engineers and metallurgists at isuzu created a defect in their formulation of the steel for the frame. this car should and must be recalled, not only for the sake of those who suffer monetary loss due to the design flaw and the inability to use their vehicle, but also due to the safety concerns of those who are unaware of this defect and the risk of loss of control on a highway. | |||
| 08/17/2010 | 67000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo . while driving at 10 mph , when making a turn the whole rear end axle fell through the frame due to the rust. the contact was then able to pull over and left the vehicle on the side of the road to have it towed. the insurance was contact and they stated that they will not be responsible for the vehicle. the manufacturer was contacted and they also stated that there's nothing they can do for the vehicle. there have been no diagnosis and no repairs. the failure and current mileage was 67000.cv | |||
| 08/11/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that while pulling out of a gas station a grinding noise started coming from the rear of the vehicle. when the contact looked at the back of the vehicle, they saw the rear of the vehicle wheel well had fallen down on top of the rear tires. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic and was told that the rear suspension and frame was completely rusted. the vehicle is not able to be driven. the failure mileage and current mileage was 117000.rl | |||
| 05/04/2010 | 117000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while traveling at speeds of 40 mph, the contact noticed that the vehicle would sway from left to right. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where he was informed that the rear trailing arm had separated from the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the current and failure mileages were 117,000. | |||
| 01/09/2010 | 120000 | ||
| No prior warning until a loud bumping noise at the rear of the vehicle & lost ability to control rear of the vehicle, no crash due to traveling at low rate of speed & able to pull off highway. left rear bolts connecting body to frame had broken away allowing body to move back & forth on the frame, unable to control steering. upon inspection by mechanic was told left rear was broken completely away, the right rear was also ready to break & the area around gas tank was also very fatigued. vehicle unable to be repaired due to safety concerns, metal extremely fatigued for a vehicle of this age, vehcile had to be junked! body of vehicle in excellent shape, but frame like that of a vehicle 30 or more years old! | |||
| 11/10/2009 | 130000 | 1 | |
| Returning home from work, stopped at intersection, when my turn to go i pulled out on road and noticed that vehicle felt like i had a flat tire. steering was very strange and felt like vehicle was all over road. i was only going approximately 10-15 mph maximum as i was going from stop light to stop light. when i accelerated from initial stop light i heard a crack and loud scraping sound. i went approx 1/10 mile till i could pull off road on shoulder then into parking lot. when i got out to see if i could see anything wrong i noticed under car in front of rear wheels that what appeared to be stabilizer bars for rear wheels were hanging down under car and that the frame on both sides was broken in half . i had no previous indication that this was breaking. i fear that if i had been traveling at a higher rate of speed other than going from stop light to stop light that i would have lost control of the vehicle. the entire rear axle would float freely and twist from side to side when attempting to accelerate and rear wheels would ride out from under vehicle and when braking rear wheels rode up under vehicle. this vehicle is no longer drivable and is basically a complete loss and is not covered under any type of motor vehicle insurance coverage due to no accident involvement. *tr | |||
| 01/02/2010 | 151000 | 1 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo rear suspension on passenger side let go due to a rotted frame. called isuzu corporate and they told me there was nothing they could do about it. i bought this car brand new in april of 2002, and would have hoped that for 32,000 the shelf life would be more than 7.6 years. *tr | |||
| 12/13/2009 | 105325 | 1 | |
| 2001 isuzu rodeo. rear control arm rusted out. rear shock mounts rusted out causing them to separate from vehicle resulting in loss of control. *tr | |||
| 12/07/2009 | 135000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. while driving approximately 55 mph on normal road conditions, the rear passenger tire detached from the vehicle without warning. the driver was able to resume operation with caution to the place of residence. a certified mechanic inspected the vehicle. the failure was contributed to the stabilizer bar. the technician stated the vehicles damages were non-repairable. the failure and current mileages were 135,000. | |||