1997 Isuzu Rodeo problems

Filed Mar 19, 2023 · Seats, Visibility · AZ

This specific car with this VIN number is missing the back window and just a piece of wood is covering where the window should be. Grocery bags and rags are sticking out of the wood. A 10 month old child travels in this car in freezing cold weather conditions. Back seat rests were also missing from this vehicle so child is very unsafe in this vehicle

Filed Aug 1, 2018 · Body, Suspension · ID

The truck is eroding away the under carriage and has stated to come through interior effecting the bolts and the supports holding seat down. Also the engine has been replaced twice. Blown knocking engine

Filed May 15, 2015 · Body · 125,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 isuzu rodeo. While at an independent mechanic for a routine service, the mechanic diagnosed that the subframe on the vehicle was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2015 · Body, Brakes · 88,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 isuzu rodeo. While being inspected by an independent mechanic, the technician found that there was extensive rust and corrosion on the underbody and the brake lines. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was not safe to drive due to the components being full of rust and the risk of fracturing at any time. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Filed Jun 7, 2014 · Body · 144,000 miles · VT

I sent in a complete already I have never heard back I would really like to know the 96 and 98 were recalled for frame problems I would like to know why I have not heard back from you for the 97 I am in a tight spot I can not afford to replace this car I have good credit but because I do not have cosigner I can not replace this car.

Filed May 27, 2014 · Body, Suspension · 156,000 miles · VT

Went to go get inspected was told it would not pass frame rotted in 2 spots on right side of car also not sure if the year is right or not.

Filed Nov 28, 2012 · Body · 118,418 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated the frame was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the frame and stated they were not able to repair the vehicle due to the extreme rust and corrosion. The vehicle was not repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 118,418.

Filed Aug 10, 2012 · Body · 162,000 miles · VA

I have a 1997 isuzu rodeo which I have owned for the past 10 years and want to sell it. It is physically and mechanically in excellent condition except for the exceptional amount of rust to the frame and undercarriage. Unbeknownst to me, isuzu had a recall on many of these vehicles which I was not aware of, even though I had bought this used vehicle from an isuzu dealer. Upon contacting the dealer and asking why I was not notified of the recall, he said all vehicles were not subject to the recall. Upon looking up my VIN, he said my vehicle was not recalled!!! I do not understand why as, after researching this online, my vehicle has all the same symptoms of the vehicles that were recalled and I am afraid it may be unsafe to sell!. I realize the recall ended in december and isuzu is no longer in business but I feel I should have been notified of the recall and given the option to choose whether or not to take advantage of the recall offer.is there any resolution to this or will I be stuck with a vehicle I am afraid to sell?

Filed Jan 6, 2012 · Body · 190,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that the underbody of the vehicle was rusted. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 190,000.

Filed Nov 23, 2011 · Body, Suspension · CT

My vehicle is 1997 and it is same issue with 10v‑436 recall notice. I am wondering why my vehicle is not included in this recall as I see the same issue with mine. There were 2 other complaints about the same issue.