1999 Isuzu Rodeo: grinding or squealing brakes

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 Jan 12, 2004 · Brakes · 52,000 miles · VA

I am still experiencing the inability to stop my 1999 isuzu rodeo on occasion even though I have had the ABS control module replaced according to the 02i002000 recall. The dealership replaced the ABS cim on 10/29/2003. On 1/9/2004, I lost control of my brakes twice in winter weather. The brakes went almost to the floor with a grinding sound and to stop, I used my hand brake. I had a friend recreate the problem the same day. I don't believe the recall has solved the problem. This is a very dangerous situation, and I'm afraid to drive my car!

Filed Dec 28, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

To start with, I have had continous problems with the brakes, which squeal loudly when coming to a stop, they moan & creek on the inside then forcefully pushes my foot off the pedal-- the headlights have been a real problem. I've had to replace these headlights 4 times now, 2 of which were done myself. I cannot go the speed limit on the freeways, barely even up to it, as the vehicle shakes & vibrates so violently, it feels like its being pulled apart in every direction, taking me with it. I can only get to about 46 MPH before the shaking & vibrations start in. The steering wheel I have to grip tightly with both hands just to stay on the road, it shakes so much. The vehicle pulls to the right if I have to take my hands off the wheel even for a second. The driver side window & door panel rattles when the window is rolled down at any length, I can physically move the window. There is a continued buzzing on the driver's side speaker when the radio is on, even turning off the bass doesn't help. It's not on the passenger side. I don't feel safe driving this vehicle. The dealer charged me $1300 for an extended 'warranty' at a $100 deductible, but has refused to service the vehicle. I have never received the smog certificate, but was charged for the smog. The dealer who sold this piece of junk to me has completely wiped his hands of it as soon as it was dropped off on his lot. Said he wasn't 'responsible' for anything this vehicle needed. I'm out several hundred dollars on this vehicle. I wasn't looking to get a vehicle that needed so much work done to it right from the start. It has been & continues to be a living nightmare! I have contacted several agencies, only to have them shut there door in my face, because this is a used vehicle. My hands are literally up in the air, I don't know what to do anymore-- what is my legal recourse??

Filed Oct 15, 2003 · Brakes, Fuel system · 50,000 miles · GA

The brake system on this vehicle has been worked on 4 times this year. They brakes are usually good for a couple of weeks. They brakes stop then jumps forward. Just had the dealer repair the ABS system 2 weeks ago now the brakes are squealing and going to the floor. Just barely stops. Have read over a hundred reviews about brake problems and also the gas gauge not working for the second time in 3 years.

Filed Jun 26, 2003 · Engine, Transmission · 43,947 miles · WI

Lease is complete on july 9, 2003. On june 26, 2003 with only 43,947 miles, while slowing down to turn a corner, the head gasket blew. This in turn caused the radiator to fail, which caused the following needed repairs: replacement of the head gasket, manifold gasket, radiator, valve grind gasket, PCM module and various small ticket items such as the oil filter and coolant. Had vehicle towed to local mechanic who called for warranty information and was told that only a 3 yr, 50,000 mile warranty was available. I then called isuzu customer service and told about the 5 yr, 60,000 mile power train warranty. Contacted our local isuzu dealer who states that only the head gasket is covered under the power train warranty and the remaining repairs would be subject to evaluation to determine whether the vehicle was neglected. Until june 26, 2003, the only maintenace required by this vehicle was routine oil changes and completion of recalls, which we were only notified about one of the three recalls. All three recalls were completed when the vehicle was taken in. We have been told by various mechanics, that all the damage to this engine is directly related to the failure of the head gasket. If the head gasket had not failed, none of these systems would have to be repaired. We have spoken with our isuzu dealership who comfirmed that the head gasket failure is a common problem in the 1999 isuzu rodeo. If the warrenty covers the head gasket replacement, it should also cover the repair and/or replacement of all systems damaged by this failure. There should not be a question as to whether or not this will be covered under warraqnty. The vehicle is currently being towed from our local mechanic to a licensed isuzu dealer for repairs, who will not be able to evaluate the vehicle until july 3, 2003 at the earliest.

Filed Apr 28, 2003 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · TX

Multiple occurrences of brake/ABS malfunction when applying brakes, with the vehicle in motion at relatively low speeds - approx less than 20 MPH. In each occurrence the brake pedal strongly resists foot pressure, braking action is minimal-to-nonexistent, and the ABS unit emits a groaning/grinding sound from vicinity of the engine compartment. In these situations there is a high risk of collision with stationary vehicles ahead in traffic. As greater pressure is applied to the brake pedal in an attempt to stop the vehicle, in some instances the faulty ABS action abruptly ends - causing the vehicle to jerk to a sudden stop. This behavior risks causing a collision by closely following vehicles. After each of these malfunctions, the ABS light on the console appears and there are no further malfunctions during that particular trip. Driver has removed the ABS fuse to prevent the problem from re- occurring.

Filed Dec 8, 2002 · Brakes, Tires · TN

Oem tires wear out quickly, my wife and I owned 2 of these vehicles. One with yokohamas one with goodyears. Uneven tread wear resultin in tire cupping and very rough ride. Her rodeo was a ls 4wd mine is a 2wd base model. I look at tires on other rodeos I come across in parking lots and all show signs of uneven wear. Also ABS system is junk. Any stop not executed on even level pavement results in loud grinding noise and very long braking distances. This is obviously a major problem with these vehicles and I consider it very dangerous. It's almost as if the "computer" gets confused and resets during anything other than ideal braking conditions. Please investigate this issue further! My brakes just failed the other day as I was backing up and I hit another car. Dt

Filed Jun 20, 2001 · Brakes · MA

Ea-99-008:brakes fail, pedal seems to go to floor, loud grinding sound, vehicle uncontrollable: when trying to stop, especially if road is rough or bumpy, press on the brakes, and brakes do not work properly, loud grinding sound is heard, cannot control vehicle, need to release brakes and hit them again several times. Entire vehicle shakes and won't stop correctly., feels like they are slipping, also, feels like it's accelerating. Several almost identical reports seen here: 859438,860577,860572*,745017,718235,719763,878859,876147,863414,742184,726114,859438,715231,708428,838578. *k

Filed Mar 9, 2001 · Brakes · IL · crash

My daughter was driving the rodeo on a clear night with clean roads. She was slowing down to stop at a stop light and the ABS kicked in. She heard a loud grinding noise which indicated the antilock brakes were on. She let up on the brake pedal and reapplied the brakes and got the same thing. She could not get stopped and ran into another car.

Filed Nov 6, 2000 · Engine, Tires · CT

I have had this truck for just over a year now. I have had issues from day one. There has been a constant shimmy in the front end. Tires balanced, rebalanced and balanced again. This did not solve the problem. The tire manufacture recommends 30 psi in the tires. The isuzu people ask for 26 psi...at this pressure the vibration get worse...the tires squeal and the truck feels out of control if on a rough road. The truck is under sprung and if the tires are inflated to 30 psi is is almost undrivable. Makes me think of the ford/firestone issue. Might be a problem. The tires wear too quickly...balanced,aligned no help. Dealer tells me this is how the truck is. The other major issue is the oil use...this truck will use, lose somewhere, 1 qt per 500 miles or so. Dealer tells me to check the oil level at every fuel-up....I feel this is bull. Purchased a new truck so I would do regular scheduled maintence. My biggest concern is the tires and lack of control. I can get nowhere to solve my problems with isuzu. (tiresize: 235-75-r15)( dot number: tire size: 235-75-r15 )

Filed Jun 2, 2000 · Brakes, Suspension · FL

The vehicle vibrates at 70 MPH almost out of control, the tires have been balanced and rotated. The rear brakes make squealing noise when braking the dealer has tried to correct the problem twice before.

Filed Oct 4, 1999 · Steering, Transmission · VA

While driving at 15 MPH consumer heard a grinding sound. When turning steering wheel it was very loose, causing consumer to lose control in second gear. Consumer put car in first gear and started to drive about 5 MPH and another passenger noticed something hanging from the back. Noticed a screw was missing. Consumer took car to dealer and was told that the rear axle bolt was missing.