Tl*the contact owns a 1991 isuzu rodeo. The contact went to get an exhaust at a muffler shop and was informed that the vehicle's frame was rusted. She noticed that the tubular step used to enter the vehicle was rusted and fell off. The manufacturer has not yet been notified. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was approximately 110,000 and failure mileage was approximately 109,000.
The worst 1991 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Transmission12
- Engine7
- Brakes6
- Electrical6
- Seat belts4
- Body3
- Fuel system3
- Acceleration2
- Suspension2
- Visibility2
- Lights1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- The transmission fluid level gauges (dip sticks) installed in these vehicles are not to designed specifications. The gauge indicates that transmission fluid should be added when it is at the correct level.
- Risk
- Adding more transmission fluid than required will causethe fluid to leak through the fluid level gauge tube onto the manifold as theengine temperature rises. This creates a potential for a fire.
- Remedy
- Replace oil level gauge and notify owners to use only the specified amount of automatic transmission fluid.
Recall number 91V118000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo
Defect investigations
Takata seat belt buckle failure
There is no summary currently available
EA95009
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo 7
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...
- This technical service bulletin outlines the detailed procedures for the air conditioning system...
- Information regarding the availability of the child seat tether anchor kit
- 1991-97 rodeo (UC) 2WD front hub grease linkage
- Unknown
1991 Isuzu Rodeo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6L 4‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 20 | 17 |
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 13-14 | 16-18 | 14-15 |
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14 | 17 | 15 |
What 1991 Isuzu Rodeo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Drivers seat belt pops out of locking mechanism at will. Also,seat belt has been released from locking mechanism by driver's elbow unintentionally while driving.
Dt: vehicle was destroyed in a fire. Transmission indicator light came on, and driver pulled over and saw flames coming from under the hood. Vehicle had a recall but callers vehicle was not involved in the recall due to VIN. Attempts were made to contact manufacturer, but caller couldn't reach anyone.
At least six (6) times the anti-lock and brake lights stays on. It gives a false indication that there is a brake problem, when in fact the brakes are fine. In every case the problem is the speed sensor must be replaced because it shorted out. It becomes a very costly bill to replace this sensor every other year.
Consumer received recall 95v103009 notice concerning seat belt buckle assembly failure. After recall repairs were done seat belt became undone while driving on both passenger and driver sides. Vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who installed a guide kit, but problem recurred. *ak dealer only installed a guide kit instead of replacing the seat belt buckle assembly, which LED to the seat belt continue to unbuckle by themselves.
Coming off of the intwerstate, the emgine cought on fire for no apparent reason. A fire truck had to put the flames out. The car was totaled.
Np summary listed for above vehicle. *ak (tiresize: r15lt ms)( dot number: tire size: r15lt ms )
Possible engine failure resulted in vehicle fire. (ohio traffic crash report)
The "rusted shut" rear door locks and rear door window assemblies are/were a problem known to and acknowledged by a service technician at an isuzu dealer yet the national customer relations/service manager denied the problem existed and "blamed the messenger" saying that I should have known enough to have the crank and lock assemblies removed and lubricated once every year or two because I live in a cold, wet state. Additionally, the failures to both doors for both the lock and the window crank assemblies occurred not just once but twice. I don't know if this agency can do anything about this defect but I feel better having reported it and the incredibly offensive and bad faith behavior of isuzu motors.
While driving at 55 MPH on highway noticed smoke coming through the driver's side. Vehicle caught on fire due to transmission failure after recall repairs. Recall 91v118000.
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Questions about the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo
Is the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo reliable?
Owners have filed 41 complaints about the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo, close to a typical Rodeo model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 12 complaints. Next is engine (7).
How many recalls does the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo have?
1 recall, covering power train.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 91V118000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Isuzu Rodeo have bad transmission?
The Isuzu Rodeo model years with the most transmission complaints are 1999 (37 complaints), 1992 (22 complaints) and 1998 (22 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo range from 14 to 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.6L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 20 highway.
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