Tl*the contact owns a 2000 isuzu amigo. While driving approximately 25mph the vehicle stalled with no prior warnings. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the engine and units of the power train. Three years later, while driving approximately 55 MPH the vehicle stalled. The dealer stated that her vehicle wasn't included in recall number 01i002000, engine and engine cooling. The dealer also stated that the contact would be responsible for the cost to replace the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. A formal complaint was also filed with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.
The worst 2000 Isuzu Amigo problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine4
- Brakes2
- Airbags1
- Fuel system1
- Seats1
Problems by type
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- Engine4
- Brakes2
- Airbags1
- Fuel system1
- Seats1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2000 amigo and model year 2001-2002 rodeo sport 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. These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link.
- Risk
- 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 increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 will offer to repurchase the vehicle for an amount based on the kelley blue book private party price. 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 dealer within 12 months of when owner notifications were issued. The recall began during july 2012. Isuzu owners may contact isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 12V306000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Isuzu Amigo 25
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The...
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to...
- The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various...
- The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic...
- Rear brake rotors
- Door check arm popping sound
- Some vehicles built prior to VIN breakpoint 14327313 may experience mud flap interference causing a...
- Some engines may ocassionally experience idle fluctuation and / or the malfunction indicator lamp will...
- Subject regarding hec engine timing belt scrapping
- Subject regarding drum brake adjustment procedure
2000 Isuzu Amigo fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | RWD | 18 | 21 | 19 |
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14 | 18 | 16 |
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14-15 | 18 | 16 |
What 2000 Isuzu Amigo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Fuel sensor failed. One wire wore out on the fuel sensor. The fuel pump had to be replaced costing $660. The isuzu amigo was only 31/2 years old at the time.
All 4 rotors and brake pads were warped and had to be replaced at only 12000 miles.
Engine using oil, took to dealer, had to pay 240.00 for "engine cleaning" to try to fix problem with rings sticking. Isuzu knew there was a problem. After paying for service engine was still using 1 quart of oil in 500 miles. Dealer replaced rings in engine check engine light has intermittently flashed ever since service was done, doesn't stay on though. Have to return to dealer again.
The vehicle jumped out of gear while driving.
Engine knocks (pings) under load 2300-3000 RPM's. Dealer reprogramed computer, but the knock was still present. Thought it might be bad gas, and suggested I try using 89 octane instead of 87. The 1989 octane slove the problem for about 2500 miles, but now the knocking is back. I would guess that the 1989 octane was only masking the problem as it continued to get worse.
Accessive engine knock at high RPM. Isuzu said it's normal.
While putting sunroof back on vehicle it exploded, consumer received cuts to face/ neck and legs.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
My wife and daughter were involved in a crash with our 2000 isuzu amigo. My wife impacted a vehicle which had crashed into another vehicle at approximately 25 MPH. Neither air bag deployed nor did the seat belt tighten up to restrain my wife, which resulted in her impacting the steering wheel. At the same time, the drivers seat moved forward and did not remain stationary.
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Questions about the 2000 Isuzu Amigo
Is the 2000 Isuzu Amigo reliable?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 2000 Isuzu Amigo, 10.0 times a typical Amigo model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Isuzu Amigo?
Engine and cooling, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 2000 Isuzu Amigo have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Isuzu Amigo get?
Official estimates for the 2000 Isuzu Amigo range from 16 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18 city and 21 highway.
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