1999 Isuzu Rodeo: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Aug 16, 2017 · Brakes · 154,000 miles · GA

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.

Filed Mar 6, 2014 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that the ABS sensor light illuminated. In addition, when the contact applied the brakes to stop or reduce speed, the vehicle would drift to the left. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who indicated that a hydraulic component for the ABS module was needed to repair the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Jan 30, 2013 · Brakes, Suspension · 170,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that while trying to decelerate, the rear brakes seized and the vehicle skidded. The contact also stated that the brake warning light constantly illuminated. The contact believed that the failure may have been due to an ABS failure. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who replaced the ABS module but the failure recurred. While the vehicle was being inspected, the technician also noticed that the frame was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was repaired under recall the federal safety agency campaign number id 10v436000 (suspension) but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Jun 1, 2009 · Driver assistance, Engine · 105,000 miles · AL

After only having my rodeo for a few months my ABS went bad but it was replaced by the dealer under warranty. Then shortly after that the warranty ended and gas gauge would read empty but it was full, next I have to add oil to my car every two to three days because it burns oil really bad no leakage or nothing like that. Now I have started adding anti-freeze the same amount of time. There are major tranmission problems with this car and from reading the internet it's not just my car it's isuzu.

Filed Apr 28, 2009 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. While braking and attempting to stop the vehicle, acceleration occurs and the vehicle makes a grinding noise at the same time. The failure has been occurring for months. A new ABS was installed, but the grinding noise persists. The contact called the isuzu manufacturer and was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic. The dealer suggested that the brake booster may have a hole in it and needed to be changed; however, this was not the case. The dealer stated that they could not remedy the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000 and current mileage was 100,000.

Filed Mar 24, 2009 · Brakes · 138,420 miles · IL · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. While entering the vehicle, the contact noticed smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle. He then noticed that the wiring for the ABS underneath the hood of the vehicle caught fire. He poured water on the wires to extinguish the flames. A certified mechanic stated that a grounded hot wire inside the ABS pump caused the fire. The vehicle is currently at the contact's residence and has not been repaired. The dealer stated that they were not responsible for the failure. The current and failure mileages were 138,420.

Filed Jun 26, 2008 · Brakes · 129,500 miles · OH

I have a '99 isuzu rodeo and two years ago a recall was sent out for the ABS control module. We got that recall performed, though there was nothing wrong with the control module. Now it's been two years and the ABS control module is bad and causing the brakes to perform unsafe. I called isuzu and their response is that it's not their responsibility to replace the replacement part. I feel that their actions dictate that they put in a part that did not meet up to spec, since the original part that was replaced lasted 6-7 years and was still good. Now I'm force to spend a lot of money for repairs that should not have happen in the first place not to mention the knowledge that the replacement part only comes from isuzu and knowing now what I know, it'll only last a year or so and fail again. I just hope nothing bad happens due to it.

Filed Sep 10, 2007 · Brakes, Fuel system · 40,000 miles · MD

1999 izusu rodeo with multiple problems: ie: ABS brake light won't go out. Have had vehicle serviced however when coming to a stop, vehicle slides. Gas gauge light won't go out...tank is full...repair price-crazy. High idle-foot on brake and vehicle lunges forward. While driving, vehicle picks up speed quickly. Windshield wipers erratic-sometimes they work, sometimes they don't and sometimes they just stop right in the middle of the window. All of these are safety issues. I'm finding that some owners fell under a recall to fix these items but I don't. I don't understand that. Do I have to kill or be killed first especially with the breaking issues? *jb updated 10/23/07

Filed Aug 22, 2007 · Body, Brakes · VA

Fuel sending unit/gas gauge light flashing empty when car is full of gas. Abs light never goes out ...had recall repaired dash lights..car is in park but light on dash is in (n)..light on gear shift is dead rear winshield wiper just stopped working rubber seal around rear hatchback window dry rotted causing window to shatter and break while car was sitting in driveway. This is dangerous. Car sliding through stop light when applying brakes to stop or when sitting still car will idle and cause car to move while foot is on brakes. Humming/rattling sound coming from undercarriage of these complaints are posted on several complaint websites and they all pertain to my 1999 rodeo as well as thousands of others. My rodeo was purchased in 2003 and I was not aware of any recalls except for the ABS one and I learned about that from a relative who has the same vehicle. If something breaks down or stops working on hers I can expect it to occur with mine or visa versa. Something needs to be done..I will never recommend anyone to purchase an isizu rodeo if my life depended on it. Everytime I take it to a mechanic there is a rodeo in the garage waiting to be worked on. The mechanic shakes his head..

Filed Jun 4, 2007 · Brakes · 66,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that the ABS light frequently illuminates and the vehicle has a delay in stopping distance. The dealer was notified. The sensors have been changed, but the vehicle continues to experience the delay in stopping distance. The vehicle is a part of recall # 02i00200 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). Isuzu stated that the recall repair was previously performed on the vehicle. However, the contact stated that she owned the vehicle at the time and did not take it anywhere to have the recall work done. The engine size was unknown. The current mileage is 92,000 and failure mileage was 66,000.

Filed Sep 26, 2006 · Brakes · 55,000 miles · VA

1) ABS indicator light illuminated 2) non-working ABS system 3) taken to dealer where sw upgrade performed. Dealer indicated that service was fully performed based on sw upgrade. Dealer stated there was an additional failure due to cable chafing and that cable assembly would need to be replaced to restore ABS operation.

Filed Jun 27, 2006 · Brakes · 69,950 miles · MD

Abs instrument warning light is lit and the ABS system is not working. No pulsing during braking action and I believe that the vehicle is not stopping as quickly or with the same ability to control the vehicle that I had when the ABS system was working. Soft pedal has been encountered twice but not at any other time. There was a dot recall that I had the isuzu dealer correct on 5-5-2003. They corrected the problem under the ABS recall, campaign number 021002000 dated 2002-jun-03 with 47228 miles on the odometer. The problem seems to have returned, but braking is sporadic and intermittent. The warning light will occasionally go out but comes back on while driving. I have had the brakes inspected, all four brakes replaced, and new brake fluid installed all within the last two weeks. Nothing has changed with the vehicles braking behavior or the warning light being lit. I have contacted american isuzu motors inc. By phone on 6-27-06 and was told that they do not have any responsibility for the ABS problem since they did address and correct the problem on this vehicle on 5-5-2003. I think that the ABS problem is still an isuzu ongoing problem especially after reading about this problem from other owners in various internet chat rooms as well as my own experience while driving the vehicle.