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
1997 Isuzu Rodeo body problems
32 complaints (27% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 144,000.
- owner complaints
- 32
- of this car's complaints
- 27%
- typical mileage
- 144,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Frame and members18
- Body6
- Frame and members: underbody shields5
- Body: trunk lid1
- Body: bumpers1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Isuzu Rodeo body problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Isuzu Rodeo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine service when the technician detected that the front passenger main frame rail was completely rusted. The extensive damages were beyond repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
Questions about the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo body
Does the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo have body problems?
Owners have filed 32 complaints about the body of the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo, 27% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1997 Isuzu Rodeo body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 144,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Isuzu Rodeo have the most body problems?
The Isuzu Rodeo model years with the most body complaints are 2001 (214 complaints), 2000 (84 complaints) and 1999 (72 complaints).
Other 1997 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Engine 16Wheels 14Airbags 13Acceleration 11Brakes 11Transmission 10Electrical 7Suspension 7Fuel system 6Tires 5Visibility 5Seats 3Locks 2Lights 1Seat belts 1Steering 1
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