Tl* the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that the electronic door locks intermittently locked the contact out of the vehicle. The front driver's side and rear driver's side doors failed to unlock electronically or manually. The contact mentioned that the key was used in order to unlock the front passengar's and rear passengar's side doors manually. The contact entered the vehicle from the front passengers side ocassionally. In addition, the contact had noticed that the rear end of the frame had rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
1998 Isuzu Rodeo electrical problems
30 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 98,651. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 98,651
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition6
- Horn3
- Wiring: front underhood2
- Ignition: module2
- Alternator/generator/regulator2
- Wiring: interior/under dash1
- Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers1
- Wiring1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Isuzu Rodeo electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. A ground connection terminal was not properly crimped in the supplier's engine wiring harness manufacturing line. This improper crimping process can leave an impression on the terminal that will eventually cause a stress fracture. S
- Risk
- If a terminal is fractured, the powertrain control module (PCM) can receive an erroneous signal indicating a high vehicle speed, thereby causing the PCM to cut the fuel, causing a 'no-start' condition, or a possible engine stall.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these vehicles.
Recall number 98V170000 · Recall details
What 1998 Isuzu Rodeo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. The contact noticed fuel was leaking from the vehicle and while driving the fumes entered the vehicle. The fuel gauge was inoperable and she was unable to determine how much gasoline was in the vehicle. The dealer nor manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who inspected the vehicle and confirmed that there was a hole in the top of the fuel tank and the fuel gauge was faulty. No repairs were performed. The current and failure mileages were 168,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Starting the vehicle became difficult because of anti theft. Turning the key to start the car would not elicit any reaction at all. The car is designed so that when the car ignition is turned this grounds the anti-theft and the electrical signal then can pass to the starter. To fix the problem we grounded the anti-theft permanently to the body from the engine mounted fuse box.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 isuzu rodeo. When attempting to use the horn the sound, the volume was very low and other vehicles were unable to hear it. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current mileage was 100,000 and the failure mileage was at 258.
Fuel gauge began reading erroneous. Replaced fuel sending unit located inside fuel tank but still only reads 1/8 of a tank when full. I believe the vehicle must be reprogrammed by the dealer for this particular model year. I have to go by the miles driven to estimate next fuel stop.
Dt*: the contact stated, the key would not come out of the ignition after the ignition was turned off and had been lodged there for 5 days. The contact notified the service dealer who determined the problem was with the cable coming from the transmission to the ignition. The manufacturer was notified.
Dt: the contact stated h vehicle burned to the ground after it stalled. The fire originated from under the hood. The contact had no problems with the vehicle prior to the incident. He took the vehicle to dealer for an oil change less than twelve hours prior to the fire. A police report was taken. The fire department did respond. The police report indicated the fire was of an electrical nature. *ak updated 02/24/06.
Intermittently consumer was unable to remove the key out of the ignition switch. Also, doors unlocked from the inside. The power locks did not work the way they were designed to work.
While driving about 60 MPH on the highway, smoke was coming from underneath the vehicle.
Vehicle registration was incorrect which caused the recall notice 98 v 170 000 to go to an incorrect address. The defect occurred, and manufacturer was refusing to honor the recall based on the campaign ending.
Questions about the 1998 Isuzu Rodeo electrical
Does the 1998 Isuzu Rodeo have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the electrical of the 1998 Isuzu Rodeo, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 Isuzu Rodeo electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 98,651 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Isuzu Rodeo electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V170000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Isuzu Rodeo have the most electrical problems?
The Isuzu Rodeo model years with the most electrical complaints are 1998 (30 complaints), 1999 (27 complaints) and 2001 (20 complaints).
Other 1998 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Brakes 222Body 69Suspension 59Engine 39Fuel system 32Acceleration 29Transmission 22Airbags 16Steering 13Wheels 12Visibility 9Locks 6Tires 6Seat belts 4Lights 2
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