The consumer has made several appointments to have the ABS recall (02 I 002 000) fixed but the parts are still not available.
1998 Isuzu Rodeo brakes complaints
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Letter from d. Grimes (va) re recall initiated by the federal safety agency on 1988 isuzu, rodeo, recall 01i002000. Reply to norfolk, va ofc, dot/#2002-2203. Consumer's vehicle experienced the same anti lock brake defect as stated in recall #02i002000. *jb. *ak
The vehicle was recalled for the ABS brakes. The dealer stated that they would not had the recall parts for 3-4 weeks. * nlm
When the brakes were applied, the rear wheel cylinder leaked fluid. *jb
The anti-lock brake light illuminated on the dashboard.
Letter from d. Grimes (va) wanted response to his inquiry on a recall intiated by the federal safety agency concerning ABS brake failure on 1998, isuzu, rodeo; recall 02i002000; no record of e-mail in system; reply to richmond, va ofc, reference david c. Grimes, dot/#2003-2228.
Brakes failed when trying to stop on a freeway, ran into another car.
When the brakes were applied the pedal would go to the floor which caused the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. The dealer was notified.
Nar 04/07/2003 mr the consumer was involved in 2 accidents within a six month period. In both cases the consumer was unable to stop at a reasonable distance which lead to both accidents. The consumer did receive a recall regarding the ABS.
While driving under wet conditions at highway speed, the consumer loss control of the vehicle, when the brake pedal was applied, the pedal traveled to the floor, which resulted in an accident.
Abs failure.
The brakes made a cracking noise, and the vehicle continued to roll, when the brakes were applied, the consumer had to use emergency brake to stop the vehicle.
No parts were available. Regarding recall#02i002000 ABS.
I called isuzu concerning recall number 02i002000 concerning the ABS on the 1998 isuzu rodeo. I was informed that isuzu cannot send letters concerning recall because the government would not allow it yet. I called the federal safety agency and was given a number(1‑800‑959‑3993) this number had been changed to 1‑800‑726‑2700. I was told by this isuzu department that I needed to call customer relations at 1‑800‑255‑6727, which is where I started!!!
1998 isuzu rodeo does not stop properly ,especially on slick pavement. Vehicle has exhibited this condition very sporadically since new.
Defective ABS system which needed to be replaced. *ph the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs but they didn't have the parts available.
Antilock brake systems activates on dry pavement during normal braking, unable to safely stop vehicle. Dealer reports ABS module replaced in june 1998 but problem has continued. Also, ABS warning system light stays on intermitently.
If I am decelerating and the front tires hit a bump or dip in the roadway, I lose the brake pedal. I have been told that this is an ABS activation, however, I find it hard to believe this is normal ABS operation. When I rear ended the vehicle, I was decelerating and rolled over a depressed manhole in the roadway causing the braking failure. I can reproduce the failure anytime. I have had isuzu dealers test drive the vehicle, and they tell me this is normal ABS activation. I have driver four-wheel anti-lock break vehicle's and have never experienced this before. It has caused me to roll through red lights on numerous occasions due to rolling over road way defects while breaking. If ABS is suppose to shorten my breaking distance in lieu of a skid condition, I'd rather go into a skid. At least then I will have some control over my breaking. Please help... I seriously doubt this is normal for ABS. *jb ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*****770768
When consumer attempted to apply the brakes, there was no response, which resulted in the emergency brake being applied, dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.ts
Abs light came on, driving 35 MPH could not stop suddenly and slid into another car causing $2700 worth of damage to my car and insurance had lapsed had to pay out of pocket. Fuel gauge always shows less than really is even when full. Catalictic converter is always rattling. Dt
Wheels locked, causing loss of steering, and allowing vehicle to slide off roadway into shallow ditch.
Master brake cylinder is failing. While driving brake pedal will go all the way to the floor. Consumer has to pump brakes several times, and then pedal will return to normal.
The brakes seem to go out when applied over bumpy roadways. The problem seems to happen at many different speeds and this has happened numerous times. This has occurred with my wife driving as well as when I am driving. We have had the car checked at two separate brake "specialist" shops, and at a honda dealer when we had the 100,000 mile tune-up and they said the brakes were fine. We have not had an accident yet, but the fact that so many other people have the same problem worries me and makes me think my wife should not be driving this vehicle.
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Abs system is engaging after vehicle has stopped which causes vehicle to lurch forward. Over $1500 total brake repair so far on this vehicle and it still won't stop properly.
Sway bar broke off while consumer was driving. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. *ak consumer states vehicle is jerking backwards while driving. Dealer could not find anything, however problem persist. Abs light comes on intermittently. Dealer could not find a problem.
2 days out of warranty a second ABS sensor failed on my car. I had just had a rear one replaced the week before. The dealership said oh well it is out of warranty now but we can look at it for you but that I would have to pay. I noticed that there have been several complaints for this. I am trying to contact the manufacturer to see if they will take care of this.
2nd time studs and lug nuts defective. Replacement required both times tired were rotated. Dealer ackowledged problem and poor quality. Said it was ongoing issue. Was advised by dealer to contact isuzu.
When stopping at a light brake pedal would give out and hit the floor. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced ABS module. Currently, brakes get hard at a stop. Took vehicle back to dealer, and they replaced master cylinder. Please provide any further information.
Applied brakes very hard, vehicle did not stop, resulting in a crash, also the transmission sometimes jerks and makes a distrubing noise when changing during acceleration, car also jers when put in reverse.
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