1998 Isuzu Rodeo: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Jul 21, 2010 · Body · 76,230 miles · PA

1998 isuzu rodeo rusted frame, would not pass inspection. Replaced fuel intake gaskets twice. Abs braking system light keeps coming on. Replaced front rotors twice, rear hatch window will not open. 76,000 miles of nothing but trouble. I think its time for isuzu to take some responsibility for this vehicle.

Filed Jan 19, 2010 · Brakes · 105,000 miles · MD

I bought a 1998 2wd isuzu rodeo from a private party six months ago. Since I bought it, I have been experiencing a loss of braking capability in some circumstance (every day, mainly when the engine is cold) that resulted in extended stopping distances and continuous illumination of the ABS warning lamp. My garage mechanic told me this issue is due to the ABS coil integrated module that needs to be replaced and that there is a recall on it for 1998-1999 isuzu rodeo vehicles (campaign no. 02i-002, campaign bulletin sb03-09-s001d, the federal safety agency campaign id number: 02i002000). I called two isuzu dealers but they told me there are no open recalls for my vehicle VIN#. I don't understand why my 1998 isuzu rodeo is not included in this recall.

Filed Feb 3, 2009 · Brakes · 107,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. While driving 15 MPH, the ABS indicator illuminated periodically. The brakes failed to stop the vehicle when driving over sand or gravel roads. The failure has occurred on four occasions. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle, but was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was advised that her VIN was included in a recall; however, the manufacturer stated that the closest dealer was in connecticut. The contact lives in new york. A local isuzu dealer stated that they only repaired trucks and could not assist with the recall repair. The VIN was confirmed as a part the federal safety agency campaign id number: 02i002000. The failure mileage was 107,000.

Filed Jul 18, 2008 · Brakes, Fuel system · 45,000 miles · AL

I have some very important issues pertaining to my 1998 isuzu rodeo. I read several blogs on a forum from other rodeo owners that have had some of the same problems that I have with mine. The biggest one is the ABS system and the other is the fuel sending unit and gas gauge. These are two of the most reported problems but not the only ones. It seems that isuzu should be doing something to correct these and other problems associated with this vehicle. The ABS has been addressed in some but not in others. Although the gas gauge does not pose any real safety issues it is one that poses minor safety issue because of the possibility of running out of gas because of not knowing the correct amount of fuel in the car.

Filed Mar 22, 2007 · Airbags, Body · CA

Very dissatisfied with vehicle. It''s has many problems from start. While driving the vehicle and going into gears the vehicle surges forward. Car shimmy's with no available fix. Vehicle has strong suspension vibration and become more pronounced as speed increases. The ABS light illuminated and stayed on. The brake pedal never seems to go to the floor, it just gets sponging and you feel the ABS pulsating thru the pedal and the vehicle doesnt slow down, causing extended stopping distance. Fuel sending unit is operating erratically. Gas gauge reads empty nearly all the time regardless of level of fuel. After filling tank gauge will rise to 1/2 then as you drive a few miles it will drop and read empty. Passenger side air bag assembly mounts have come loose which causes air bag assembly to move around behind dash. This rattle is very bothersome. Paid a lot of money for the dealership to fix problem, but the rattle was back soon after. The bolts came loose on passenger's side front door. Wheel studs on 1998 isuzu rodeo strip off. Glove box in 1998 isuzu rodeo sticks and hard to open.

Filed Apr 18, 2006 · Brakes · AZ · crash · 1 injury

Received recall notice for 98 isuzu rodeo contacted bell isuzu was told the part was not available at the time called back several times,was pulling in driveway brakes went all the way to the floor smashed into bedroom of roommate. Called isuzu they replaced part then said it had nothing to do with my brakes. Said they tested my brake fluid it was contaminated, and that I needed a new master cylinder. The part replaced directly affected the ABS brake system from working properly they believe its not failure from this ABS module, aligortham thank you for your time.

Filed Nov 15, 2005 · Brakes · OH

You may encounter extended stopping distance ABS, coil integrated module replacement its been a month and they still have not corrected the problem.

Filed Oct 26, 2005 · Brakes · 3,549 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Dt: the contact received a manufacturer's recall 021-002 concerning ABS brakes. When she contacted the dealer, they said they did not have the part. Later, she scheduled an appointment and had to cancel it. When she called to reschedule the appointment they told her they had the part. Before the appointment they had to reorder the part. Before the repair could be made she was involved in an accident because of ABS. Failure. The contact was backing out of her driveway when the vehicle crashed into a fence. The contact sustained a, fracture d disc, and the root of her front tooth broke. There are medical records for the injuries. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer said they would send someone to inspect the vehicle and did not do it.

Filed Oct 6, 2005 · Brakes · 96,000 miles · PA · crash

Dt: the consumer complained about an ABS brake problem. The brakes did not hold. The ABS light came on since june of 2005. On july 15, 2005 the brakes failed, causing consumer's vehicle to lightly hit another vehicle. No police report was taken.. When she took vehicle to the dealership , they cleaned the ABS sensor because it was corroded. The ABS light went off, and the brakes worked fine until september 29. 2005, and it almost caused another accident. After she took it to the dealer to be checked again, they said that it was a problem with the ABS.

Filed Aug 19, 2005 · Brakes · 105,000 miles · PA · crash · 1 injury

My elderly father was driving the 1998 isuzu rodeo on I-78 west bound when the breaks failed. My father said it was as if the ABS came on and prevented the brakes from working. The brake faliur resulted in a collision with the the car infront twice. At the time no injuries were reported however my father has experienced pain in his shoulders. After investigating how the brakes could fail on the internet I came to learn that this particular model of isuzu rodeo had been recalled due to ABS brake faliur. This was the way I came to learn of the recall. To this date isuzu has never contacted me regarding this recall. I have made mulitple attempts to contact clode at isuzu customer relations his phone number is 1800 255 6727 ext 7417. We have exchanged phone messages but have not bee able to speak. I wish clode would make an effort to reach me. We made an appointment with buhler isuzu at vall homes nj to have the problem resolved. We took the car to this dealer today however they are unable to repair it due to lack of proper equipment on their part. I am filing this comlaint after making multiple good faith attempts to resolve this problem. I am hearby making it known that I will no longer be responisble for any consequences after this automobile leaves buhler isuzu with or with out the said repairs. The court date for this accident is on sept 22 05.

Filed Nov 6, 2004 · Brakes · 66,310 miles · TX

When the brakes are applied it has a relatively long stopping distance compared to other vehicles. Fortunately isuzu launched a recall campaign to address the problem and the ABS module was replaced but the problem is persists. I wrote to the manufacturer informing them of the problem but I have heard from them since then.

Filed Sep 22, 2004 · Acceleration, Brakes · 80,000 miles · GA · crash · 1 injury

Failure of ABS brake system, even though dealer fixed the problem via recall; fuel leak at hose and fuel pump connection; failure of fuel sending unit and fuel gauge.