Known Recalls

Model year record

1994 Isuzu Rodeo

4 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 122 owner complaints on file.

Isuzu Rodeo, 1991–1997 generation
Pictured: the 1991–1997 generation. IFCAR, Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 02V281000

Seat belts: front: buckle assembly

Component
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
Manufacturer
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
Vehicles affected
14,449
Reported to NHTSA
2002-10-15
Owners notified
2002-12-16

Defect description

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS, THE LATCH PLATE USED IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO DESIGN DIMENSIONS. IF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IS INSERTED SLOWLY AT AN ANGLE INTO THE BUCKLE, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF PARTIAL ENGAGEMENT.

Safety risk

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE SEAT BELT TONGUE TO COME OUT OF THE BUCKLE IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION OR HARD BRAKING OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT OF THE SEAT.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW BUCKLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MID-DECEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-643-4070.

Recall campaignNHTSA 97V034001

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

Component
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Manufacturer
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
Vehicles affected
118,485
Reported to NHTSA
1997-03-07
Owners notified
1997-05-24

Defect description

AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT WITHIN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR CAN CONTAIN MANUFACTURING ERRORS.

Safety risk

THIS CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE ELECTRICAL CHARGING OF THE VEHICLE'S ALTERNATOR, RESULTING IN ENGINE CONTROL MALFUNCTION, AND/OR EVENTUAL ENGINE STALL.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR WITH A NEW REGULATOR.

Recall campaignNHTSA 96V170002

Seat belts: front: buckle assembly

Component
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
Manufacturer
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
Vehicles affected
36,075
Reported to NHTSA
1996-09-17
Owners notified
1996-11-25

Defect description

THE LATCH PLATE USED IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO DESIGN DIMENSIONS. IF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IS INSERTED SLOWLY AT AN ANGLE INTO THE BUCKLE, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF PARTIAL ENGAGEMENT.

Safety risk

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE SEAT BELT TONGUE TO COME OUT OF THE BUCKLE IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION OR HARD BRAKING OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT OF THE SEAT.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW BUCKLE.

Recall campaignNHTSA 94V132000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Manufacturer
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
Vehicles affected
122,297
Reported to NHTSA
1994-07-19
Owners notified
1994-07-14

Defect description

CONSTANT EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSES THE CAMSHAFT SEAL END PLUG CAN BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD. THIS ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE CAMSHAFT.

Safety risk

THIS CAN CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE ENGINE FIRE FROM OIL LEAKING ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL CAMSHAFT END SEAL PLUG RETAINER PLATES.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Power train: automatic transmission878,000 mi
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs8—
Engine and engine cooling: engine7158,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch710,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline670,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components5—
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator4—
Electrical system: ignition4—
Vehicle speed control473,000 mi
Visibility: glass, side/rear4—
Electrical system378,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline330,000 mi
Power train: clutch assembly3—
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip3—
Structure: body: door3—
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal3—
Equipment: electrical2—
Parking brake: conventional2—
Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)29,709 mi
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar2—
Suspension: front2—
Tires2—
Tires: tread/belt2253,162 mi
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery: cables1—
Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: control module1—
Engine and engine cooling1132,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system1—
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch1140,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate: lock110,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch110,000 mi
Power train1—
Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)1140,000 mi
Power train: driveline1—
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly1—
Seat belts: front: retractor1—
Seats1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum1—
Steering: column locking: anti-theft device1—
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)1—
Steering: linkages1—
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly1—
Structure: body1150,000 mi
Structure: body: bumpers1—
Structure: body: tailgate1—
Structure: frame and members1145,000 mi
Suspension1—
Suspension: rear1—
Unknown or other1—
Vehicle speed control: cables1145,000 mi
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system1—
Visibility: power window devices and controls1147,000 mi
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly1—
Visibility: windshield1—
Wheels1—
Wheels: multi piece1—

The 1993 model has 3 times as many complaints as this one. The 1995 model has about half as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

SQ96009BRUSH/GRILLE GUARD CAMPAIGN

Unknown or other

Other Isuzu Rodeo model years

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All Isuzu Rodeo recalls by year

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