Isuzu Rodeo Sport 1998
Model Rodeo Sport made in 1998 by Isuzu got 18 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 12 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. The car had one investigation (suspension).
Model 1998
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||||
| 0304S003 | 09/01/2003 | 10003907 | Ignition switch does not turn to the lock position and the ignition key cannot be removed. *tt | 11/06/2003 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| 0201S003 | 01/01/2002 | 10002798 | V-6 fan clutch replacement procedures. *tt | 09/24/2003 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 0301S002 | 05/01/2003 | 10001772 | Throttle body mounting bolt torque specifications. *tt | 06/25/2003 | |
| IB0104S002 | 03/01/2001 | 621343 | Subject regarding p0337 crankshaft position sensor circuit low input correction. *tt | 09/17/2001 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| IB0101S003 | 08/01/2001 | 625968 | Subject regarding the availability of hec long block/partial engine assemblies. *slc | 12/12/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 0505004 | 05/01/2005 | 10015817 | Shift lock solenoid removal and replacement procedures. *tt 2002-2004 isuzu axiom (up), 198-2004 rodeo (ue) and 1998-2004 rodeo sport. update *sc | 08/12/2005 | |
| 0201S001 | 04/01/2001 | 633996 | Mounting position of speedometer driven gear bushing work shop manual revision. *jg | 09/26/2002 | |
| 0204S003 | 04/01/2002 | 633944 | Replacement odometer programing. *jg | 09/26/2002 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 0709002 | 07/01/2007 | 10022539 | Rear brake rotors. *kb | 08/20/2007 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM | |||||
| IB0109S001 | 06/01/2001 | 621373 | Subject regarding drum brake adjustment procedure. *tt | 09/18/2001 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| IB0110S001 | 03/01/2001 | 621348 | Information regarding sector shaft alignment on the steering rack assembly. *tt | 09/18/2001 | |
| WHEELS | |||||
| SB0111S006 | 07/01/2001 | 621364 | Some vehicles built prior to vin breakpoint 14327313 may experience mud flap interference causing a rubbing sound when making a turn. *tt | 09/18/2001 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| PE09030 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 06/16/2009 | 12/08/2009 | REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE | ||
| During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame is a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle is still controllable and can be safely stopped. the office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea09-018) to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 2 | ||
| I got two recalls on my 1998 isuzu rodeo and when i went to take it to get it repair everything was fine and after i took it in it seems like what they worked on got worst. they worked on rewiring the rear defroster and after that it hasn't work since also they did something to the abs and now the abs light stays on. the sad part to this is that i took it back to the dealership that did the work on it and they told me that niether had anything to do with the recalls that they had worked on but those were the recalls i have the paper work that they gave me there when i took it to the dealership. the dealership that i took it to is in clovis california. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 11/02/2007 | 100000 | 1 | |
| I have a 1998 isuzu rodeo and was recently driving it and heard a loud knocking made it home the two blocks and realized my engine was shot basically. i have taken it to a auto mechanic and he has stated that there was some sort of a safety recall or problem with the engine and the way the oil gets to it not getting there fast enough. i was wondering if there was some sort of a recall i just bought this less than a year ago and can not afford 7,000 dollars to fix this problem can you help?? *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 01/01/2004 | 100000 | 10/01/1997 | |
| When fill car to the max with gasoline at +2.00/gal. i'll drive to work about driving 60 highway miles, the gas gauge reads half fulled. it will stay at half full for about another 60 miles then go down as normal. i mention this to auto repair guys and the never seen anything like it. so it must be a manufacturer malfunction. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 2 | ||
| I got two recalls on my 1998 isuzu rodeo and when i went to take it to get it repair everything was fine and after i took it in it seems like what they worked on got worst. they worked on rewiring the rear defroster and after that it hasn't work since also they did something to the abs and now the abs light stays on. the sad part to this is that i took it back to the dealership that did the work on it and they told me that niether had anything to do with the recalls that they had worked on but those were the recalls i have the paper work that they gave me there when i took it to the dealership. the dealership that i took it to is in clovis california. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 03/07/2006 | 2 | 11/18/2001 | |
| I have a 98 isuzu rodeo that had a recall done in january 2004 (on the ehcv coil integrated module for my abs) at braley & graham in beaverton, or. i took care of this re-call, even though i was not having any issues with the vehicle, but since i had received the paper work on this, i did the responsible thing and had it taken care of. this part, after less than two years, has gone bad again and isuzu is telling me that this is my problem (the part is only guaranteed for 1 year). this is a part, that i am being told, by a reputable mechanic, should not have to be replaced again for the life of this car. the abs is not working at this time. as of yet there are no accidents (i have been told that my brakes have reverted back to what regular brakes are) but i do not have the amount of braking that i did have. i am being told by the mechanic that i took it into to run the diagnostic, that this will cost me a huge (+$1000) amount to repair a problem that should not have gone bad in less than two years time. what can i do? this is something that i took care of and it didn't last any amount of time at all. i don't believe that i should have to pay to replace this part and that isuzu should replace this since they apparently did not totally take care of the issue and replaced the part with another faulty piece. help. *nm | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 170000 | ||
| Not long ago i learned that there is a recall for the isuzu rodeo 1998 to 2000. so far i have not seen any defects in my car, but only a mechanic can tell the difference. the car that i have is an isuzu sport rodeo 1998 and it falls in the recall. i wonder how safe will be to drive this car, since i have to commute about 50 miles every day 5 days a week. the reason that i am filling this complaint is because i read in the internet that there a lot neglicence on the side of the isuzu, and it looks like a lot of isuzu's owner is going to take this matter to court to fight back. regional safety recall 10v-436. *tr | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 170000 | ||
| Not long ago i learned that there is a recall for the isuzu rodeo 1998 to 2000. so far i have not seen any defects in my car, but only a mechanic can tell the difference. the car that i have is an isuzu sport rodeo 1998 and it falls in the recall. i wonder how safe will be to drive this car, since i have to commute about 50 miles every day 5 days a week. the reason that i am filling this complaint is because i read in the internet that there a lot neglicence on the side of the isuzu, and it looks like a lot of isuzu's owner is going to take this matter to court to fight back. regional safety recall 10v-436. *tr | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 170000 | ||
| Not long ago i learned that there is a recall for the isuzu rodeo 1998 to 2000. so far i have not seen any defects in my car, but only a mechanic can tell the difference. the car that i have is an isuzu sport rodeo 1998 and it falls in the recall. i wonder how safe will be to drive this car, since i have to commute about 50 miles every day 5 days a week. the reason that i am filling this complaint is because i read in the internet that there a lot neglicence on the side of the isuzu, and it looks like a lot of isuzu's owner is going to take this matter to court to fight back. regional safety recall 10v-436 | |||
| 07/01/2009 | 49000 | ||
| Frame and rear suspension components completely rusted through . | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 170000 | ||
| Not long ago i learned that there is a recall for the isuzu rodeo 1998 to 2000. so far i have not seen any defects in my car, but only a mechanic can tell the difference. the car that i have is an isuzu sport rodeo 1998 and it falls in the recall. i wonder how safe will be to drive this car, since i have to commute about 50 miles every day 5 days a week. the reason that i am filling this complaint is because i read in the internet that there a lot neglicence on the side of the isuzu, and it looks like a lot of isuzu's owner is going to take this matter to court to fight back. regional safety recall 10v-436. *tr | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 04/15/2006 | 1 | ||
| While driving our isuzu rodeo at freeway speed, our rear passenger tire (bridgestone dueler 684) steel belt came unraveled and proceeded to destroy our rear lights, side rear panel and bumper. the tire never lost pressure, it simply came unraveled. luckily we were in the right lane and were able to pull off the highway without causing an accident. if this had been a front tire who knows what would have happened. *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO | LITTLETON | 80110 | MATTHEWS MOTORS | 303-806-6441 |
| SC | COLUMBIA | HANCOCK MOTORS |