Severe rust on rear frame where stabilizer bar attaches making steering erratic and unsafe.
The worst 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system4
- Suspension4
- Engine2
- Transmission2
- Body1
Problems by type
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- Fuel system4
- Suspension4
- Engine2
- Transmission2
- Body1
- Brakes1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
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.
PE09030
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport 21
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- The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic...
- Rear brake rotors
- Shift lock solenoid removal and replacement procedures
- Poor and/or loose door weatherstrip position
- Throttle body mounting bolt torque specifications
- Replacement odometer programing
- Door check arm popping sound
What 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I bought the car from a friend and I did a oil change and the bracket is rusting from the frame what can I do.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated that rust was exhibited on the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not within the period of performance time to have the work performed. The manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 120,177.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo sport ls. The contact stated that there was rust damage in the rear of the vehicle, causing the rear frame bracket to separate while driving. A local mechanic repaired the failure but the vehicle would continue to sway while driving. The dealer diagnosed that the repairs were satisfactory and that repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) did not need to be performed. The manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the defect. The failure mileage was approximately 137,000 and the current mileage is approximately 146,000. Updated 03/16/12 *bf the consumer stated she never received a recall from isuzu. She stated she found the recall on the internet, which was issued in dec 2010, and she purchased the vehicle in nov 2010
My mother and stepfather gave me their 2000 isuzu rodeo this summer. About 6 or 7 months prior to them giving me the vehicle its check engine light came on. Once the vehicle would get to a tank of gas the fuel gauge would start to wave back and forth from full to empty with the gas light flashing. The vehicle also begins to sputter and lose power sporadically. I've researched this and found it seems to be a very common problem/trait on a 2000-2001 isuzu rodeo. It appears to be a faulty fuel sending unit which is mounted inside the gas tank with the fuel pump. I think loss of a cars power can be a serious safety risk as the car can begin to stall while pulling out into heavy traffic. The fuel gauge is also a safety risk when it starts to fluctuate it is impossible to know how much gas remains. This could result in running out of gas on a major highway or any other heavily traveled road. I find it shocking that this is such a common problem which has never been recalled and poses a huge safety risk for the owners as well as other drivers on the road. Not to mention I was told the part is several hundred dollars with another few hundred dollars in labor to repair the problem.
Check engine light stays on and truck cuts off frequently. I have had the plugs and wires changed, numerous oil changes, gas treatments. I took it to a mechanic several times. I even went on line to check information and was told that the fuel tank has gone bad and that one coming from the manufacture would cost $1500.00! I just bought this truck in may 2004. I haven't been able to drive the truck for almost 2 weeks, and I still over 2 1/2 years on it. Why aren't there recalls on this fuel tank/gas/emissions system ???I don't have $1500.00 dollars , plus continue to make payments on it too.
I was driving along one day and the check engine light came on in my 2000 isuzu rodeo. I started to get bad gas milege. I took it to the isuzu dealer and they replaced the gas filter because it was still under warranty. About two days later the same thing happened. They then told me it was my fuel pump or sensor acutally and that isuzu would not replace it was not a warranty part and that I would have to drop the $300 and some to pay for it. Everything else was under warrantly except that.
The fuel gauge will drop down to empty and the check engine light is constantly on. I took it to the dealer and paid and estimate fee of $80 only to have them tell me to buy a new gas cap which I did and the same problem. I can see from this page that other's experience the same problem and feel that this should be repair by isuzu at no cost to me. I had to take it to a shop which replaced the gas tank sensor for $400.00 which I think isuzu should reimburse.
Transmission accummulator valve leaking. Could cause fire because transmission fluid is spraying on exhaust. Can't find parts to fix. Need snapring and cover. Looked on three different websites and there is about 2,500 reports on this problem. I was told should be a recall item. The years of problem range from 1997-2003.
Intermittently during braking consumer heard a grinding noise, and then brake pedal went to the floor. Consumer needed to apply the emergency brake to stop. Vehicle had been to the dealer on three separate occasions and they were unable to locate the problem.
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Questions about the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport
Is the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport reliable?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, fewer than a typical Rodeo Sport model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 4 complaints. Next is suspension (4).
How many recalls does the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Sport have?
No recalls on record.
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