The contact owns a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo. The contact stated that after he started the vehicle, the horn started to sound independently. The contact stated that he had to temporarily remove the fuse for the horn from the steering wheel. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
The worst 1999 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes214
- Fuel system91
- Suspension85
- Body72
- Engine52
- Acceleration40
- Transmission37
- Electrical27
- Visibility14
- Airbags13
- Tires12
- Steering8
- Wheels7
- Seat belts6
- Driver assistance2
- Lights2
- Seats2
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
ABS 114Fuel gauge 67Brake failure 32Check engine light 21Jerking 14Grinding brakes 12Stalling 12Sudden acceleration 11Wipers 10Engine failure 8Fuel pump 8Ball joint 7Oil consumption 7No deployment 6Fire or smoke 6Slipping 5Transmission failure 5
Recalls 3
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 isuzu axiom vehicles, and honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, missouri, and kentucky. Vehicles that have experienced sustained exposure to highly corrosive materials used in some jurisdictions for road deicing purposes may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link prior to the time that such corrosion would normally be expected.
- Risk
- Excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound. For vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the rear suspension lower link bracket and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed. In the rare event the corrosion is so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate, a repurchase offer will be extended to the vehicle's owner. All inspections and remedies will be provided free of charge for vehicles that are 10 years old or less. For vehicles older than 10 years, isuzu will offer a free remedy, but only if the vehicle is presented to an isuzu service facility, or honda dealer (as applicable), dealer within 12 months of when owner notifications were issued. The safety recall began on december 10, 2010. Isuzu owners may contact isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727. Honda owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.
Recall number 10V436000 · Recall details
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the performance requirements of fmvss no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, personal injury could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will modify the interior of your vehicle.
Recall number 00V121001 · Recall details
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Paint was applied unevenly on the rear axles, resulting in insufficient paint hardness. Should this occur on the surface that contacts the rear axle lower link bracket bolt head and/or nut, the nut may loosen.
- Risk
- The bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle, increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear axle lower link joint nut and bolt.
Recall number 00V058000 · Recall details
See all 3 recalls for the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
Defect investigations
Rear Suspension Lower Link Detachment
On September 22, 2010, Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc (Isuzu) submitted a Defect Information Report (the federal safety agency Recall 10V‑436) to the federal safety agency affecting approximately 120,000 model year (MY) 1998-2002 Isuzu Rodeo and Honda Passport vehicles and MY 2002 Isuzu Axiom vehicles originally sold, or currently operated, in the following states:Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin. All vehicle owners will receive the recall notification.Vehicles 10 years of age or younger will be provided with a free remedy.For vehicles older than 10 years, Isuzu will offer a free remedy provided the vehicle is presented to an Isuzu service facility or a Honda dealer (as applicable) no later than twelve (12) months after the date of mailing of the notification letter to the owner.The report describes a condition where vehicles operated in states using certain road deicing materials may exhibit excessive corrosion which may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame.According to Isuzu a detached lower link may affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash.The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) analyzed complaint data and found that 114 of the 115 (99%) alleged complete lower link separations from the frame occurred in vehicles originally sold or operated in a state covered by the recall. Of these complaints 2 involved alleged crashes and 21 involved alleged loss of control incidents.The alleged crashes and loss of control incidents all occurred in vehicles operated in a state covered by the safety recall.Isuzu's recall instructs dealers to inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area to determine if corrosion is present.For vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the lower link bracket area and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed.For vehicles with no visible signs of corrosion, dealers with apply anti-corrosion material to reduce the likelihood of corrosion developing in the future. Based on Isuzu's safety recall, this Engineering Analysis is closed.A copy of the recall may be assessed on the federal safety agency's website using the reference number above.
EA09018
Rear suspension lower link failure
During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v‑058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v‑058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. Isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame is a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle is still controllable and can be safely stopped. The office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea09-018) to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles.
PE09030
Braking system/ABS
There is no summary currently available
EA99008
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo 52
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The...
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to...
- The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various...
- The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic...
- Power train: axle assembly
- Rear brake rotors
- Shift lock solenoid removal and replacement procedures
- ABS (anti-locking brake) system, coil integrated module replacement phase 3 announcement
- ABS (anti-locking brake) system, coil integrated module replacement safety improvement campaign 02I-002...
- ABS (anti-lock brake system), coil integrated module replacement safety improvement campaign
1999 Isuzu Rodeo fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | RWD | 18 | 22 | 20 |
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15-16 | 19 | 16-17 |
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 15-16 | 19 | 16-17 |
What 1999 Isuzu Rodeo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion on the undercarriage of the frame. In addition, the control arms on the rear of the vehicle exhibited the same condition. The dealer (mancari's chrysler, dodge, jeep, ram, 708‑423‑0910, located at 4630 w 95th street, oak lawn, il 60453) was contacted and indicated that they were no longer authorized to service isuzu vehicles. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was waiting to receive a recommended dealer to diagnose and repair the vehicle. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
I had just come off the highway in my rodeo and come to a slowdown on the entrance ramp to the main road and when I went to take off my torsion bar that holds my rear axle in on the driver side completely broke off from rust and there are several big holes of rust on the frame of this vehicle I have noticed by searching on the internet that this is a major problem with these vehicles which should be recalled and a payment given in fairness to the owners of these vehicles ford had the same problems with the early 2000s wind stars and I own one of these when it was taken into ford because I received a letter from ford they would not release the vehicle back to me and paid me for the vehicle this is only fair that isuzu does this to get these unsafe vehicles off the road I am so surprised someone has not been killed
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. While driving 55 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the ABS engaged, and an abnormal noise was heard. After a few seconds, the vehicle eventually stopped and the ABS warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact of a previous unknown recall. The mechanic diagnosed that the ABS integrator module needed to be replaced. The contact called an unknown dealer located over 200 miles away and was informed that they may be unable to provide the parts due to the age of the vehicle and the manufacturer. The manufacturer was called, but the contact was unable to reach anyone. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle fishtailed when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact notified the police, but a police report was not filed. The contact believed that the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v436000 (suspension) should apply to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer advised the contact that he did not meet the guidelines for the recall. The failure mileage was 169,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power and the check transmission warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 239,990. The VIN was not available. Updated 11/02/16*lj
Frame is dangerously rusted completely.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at various speeds, a strong fuel odor was present without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank corroded and the rear driver side of the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 198,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was rusted and fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 137,000.
The frame is rusted on my vehicle and has broke. I understand there is a recall on this vehicle
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Questions about the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
Is the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo reliable?
Owners have filed 550 complaints about the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo, 14.1 times a typical Rodeo model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo?
Brakes, with 214 complaints, typically around 53,000 miles. Next is fuel system (91).
How many recalls does the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo have?
3 recalls, covering suspension and structure.
What year does the Isuzu Rodeo have bad brakes?
The Isuzu Rodeo model years with the most brakes complaints are 1998 (222 complaints), 1999 (214 complaints) and 2000 (36 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo get?
Official estimates for the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo range from 16 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18 city and 22 highway.
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