While driving at 15 MPH and applying the brakes the pedal went all the way down resulting in extended stopping distance. As a result the vehicle was involved in a front end collision. Two weeks prior to the accident the dealer replaced the rear brakes.
1999 Isuzu Rodeo brakes complaints
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In december 2002, I had the ABS module replaced due to the unit 'being fried' according to the mechanic. One year later, the ABS warning light illuminated and there is sporatic braking slippage especially braking down hill. Unfortunately, the dealer indicated that there is a $100 diagnostic test that needs to be done to identify the problem before looking at anything. After diagnostic test, the dealer states there is a problem with the rear sensor (another $160 to fix). The 99 isuzu rodeo only has 40,000 miles at this point and has two problems with the ABS system. The dealer did a VIN search and my car was not part of the recall.
With a simple push of the brakes, consumer spun out twice hitting a tree the second time. *ph soon after the accident, the consumer received a campaign notice in the mail. The consumer requested a refund for the car rental and deductible, however the manufacturer stated the ABS, coil integrated module replacement was a safety improvement campaign, which was an improvement to the ABS , the recall did not address or infer there was a defect, since the ABS in the vehicle at the time of the accident met all standards. The consumer received two letters. The first letter stated an accident could occur and the second letter stated the campaign notice was an upgrade.
When approaching a stop light brake pedal was depressed and it went down to the floor without stopping the vehicle. Then, consumer's vehicle hit the vehicle in front. Vehicle was towed to a repair shop. Insurance company found that vehicle was under recall 021002000 concerning ABS brake failure before the current owner bought the vehicle. Recall repairs were done, but recall repair parts failed which caused the vehicle not to stop. *ak
The federal safety agency recall 021002000/ABS brake system. Consumer made several attempts to contact the dealer, who stated that ABS brake system will not be available for several months. *ak
The vehicle started revving up when I applied the brakes, with RPM's increasing after I had the vehicle serviced at a dealer for a recall on the ABS. When I took vehicle back for problem on march 5,2003, they said could find nothing to indicate source of problem and that it may be transmission. My local news station showed problem like this on other makes of vehicle that resulted in crashes/injuries. I do not want to be a statistic on some billboard, nor do I want that to happen to others. Wonder if problems on other vehicles happened after replacing ABS?
The consumer received a recall letter on the anti-lock brake system three months ago. Three months later, the dealership still does not have the parts to conduct the recall. Please provide further information.
I recently was involved in an accident that I could not avoid. 2 weeks prior to the accident I received a recall in the mail for my ABS module and brake system. Although my ABS light was already on I assumed the recall was why. I took it in, they supposedly fixed it. I guess I was wrong. I drove up and told the gentleman that my ABS light was still on, and I asked why he said that that wasn't part of the recall. My question is how can it not be part of the recall when it's part of the module. So I left it and decided to take it back when I can get the money to cover my co-pay. The I get in the accident, keep in mind that they just fixed my ABS system and brakes. It had rained and I tried to stop to keep from hitting someone. It didn't work, I've had vehicles with ABS before, so I know what they are suppose to do, and that didn't happen. I just slid and I mean slid into this guy. If the isuzu place where I took my vehicle to get fixed would have been fixed right the first time, I could have avoided this whole situation. But instead I got this whole story about hooking it up to a diagnostic machine &there could have been 30-40 different things wrong with it, and that would cost me $180.00. But instead I took it for granted that they fixed the recall defect. That's only my first complaint, I have had numerous problems with my gas in this vehicle. I took it in 2-4 times to get it fixed and all they do is a visual inspection, and tell me nothing is wrong. There is when I use 1/4 tank of gas going 12 miles.
I have had the same problem every year with my air conditioner. The compressor has been replaced every time, twice last year with in 3 months of each other. They have replace the following parts as well gaskets, dryer, valves and cooling clutch. Now I have it in the shop again today. They could not find anything wrong at first except that I was low on freon and they said I should be adding each year. This is not right. Now they tell me they found a bad o ring that goes to the hose off the dryer from the air conditioner. I have to pay $100 for the extended warranty charge. I don't think I should even have to pay this.
Recall# 02i002000 concerning ABS. Brake failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repairs. After the repairs were done vehicle still having problems with the ABS not operating properly.
Had to replace ABS module last year due to safety issues. Item was recalled this year campaign no 021-002. Contacted american isuzu motors to reimburse---they refused.
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!
Dealership did not have the parts to perform ABS recall 02i002000 repairs for over 60 days. Also, dealer did not know when the parts will be available.
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs concerning ABS light staying on. Consumer stated the problem was not resolved, ABS light continued to stay on.
Abs antilock breaks
The vehicle continued to experience problem with the ABS after the vehicle was serviced for the federal safety agency recall #02i002000on. The dealer stated that there was nothing they could do and that they replaced the component indicated in the recall. *nm
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??
Problems with ABS system on 1999 isuzu rodeo.*mr
Vehicle was taken to the dealer on 11/5/2003 for recall 02i002000 repairs concerning ABS failure. Right after the repairs were done, consumer noticed the ABS light illuminated. Dealer told the consumer to bring the vehicle back the next day. While the consumer had the vehicle it experienced extended stopping distance. Consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer, who charged the consumer a fee for doing a diagnostic test.
On february 2000 driver depressed the brake pedal at 20 MPH and vehicle took longer to respond to the pedal application. The road surface was wet from raining that day. As result, the vehicle was involved in a head on collision, on january 2001, while driving 50 MPH. Consumer applied the brakes and they did not respond, causing vehicle to collide with the guard rail. On november 5, 2003, again, on wet condition, while pulling out of the garage onto main road, the brakes took longer to respond. As result, the vehicle crashed into a neighbor's vehicle. On those three occasions, the front air bags failed to deploy.
Upon arrival to the dealership to have recall repairs for the ABS 02i002000 performed consumer was told,they were too busy and they wouldn't be able to do it. This was after they had told the consumer to bring the vehicle in the day before, and no appointment was necessary. Also, consumer was told to bring vehicle back on monday which was not am opportune time due to travel arrangement for that day.
Vehicle's ABS module is not functioning correctly, ABS warning light comes on.*mr the consumer requested reimbursement since learning of a recall on the anti-lock brake. *ts
We checked the brakes checked many times, we felt that the braking distances were extended compared to the other 2 cars that we own. Every time the brake pads were checked they were determined to be okay. The anti-lock brakes seem to grab on bumpy or slippery surfaces and then let go at the end. This particular instance resulted in an automobile accident with injury and significant damage to 2 cars.
The dealership doesn't have the parts to perform the federal safety agency recall 02i002000 ABS repairs dealership doesn't know when the parts will be available. The ABS warning lights illuminates while driving.
Problems with ABS module on 1999 isuzu rodeo.*mr consumer had the ABS module replaced in the vehicle two months before receiving a recall on the exact part that was replaced. Consumer wanted reimbursement for the first repair at a totoal of $303.93. Mechanic replaced the ABS module and assembly due to constant running.
We had a serious safety event with a 1999 isuzu rodeo. I was trying to drive the vehicle up service ramps to change the oil. To go up the ramp, I pressed the brake with my left foot while giving a little gas with the right. This is the same technique I have been using, on the same ramps for at least 15 years, with several other vehicles. (two other vehicles I routinely service also have ABS braking systems). On this occasion, the vehicle shot forward. As best as I can determine, the front brakes locked up while the back wheels did not. I got the ABS effect on the pedal, while the vehicle shot forward, collapsing the ramps and sliding on them 20 feet before I could get the vehicle to stop. The actions I performed are exactly the same as I would use trying to position the vehicle while going up a steep hill. I am a at a loss to understand exactly what happened except that pressing the brake harder did not work. I was not able to stop the vehicle until I took the transmission out of gear. Apparently, once the front wheels stopped turning, while the rear were rolling, the ABS system prevented the brakes from stopping the rear wheels. (when the transmission shifted to neutral, the forward drive stopped, but the engine did not race indicating that I was not pressing the accelerator). Fortunately, there was no car coming down the street, and I was able to get it to stop before we hit the car across the street.
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.
Problems with 1999 isuzu rodeo brake equipment.*mr consumer was informed the rear pads needed to be replaced and the rotors cut. The ABS light came on as a result of a short in the ABS module which was replaced. Consumer later received a recall for the ABS module and wanted reimbursement for the previous repair. Consumer was told to contact isuzu. Consumer did receive a portion of his refund. *ph
The dealership did not have parts to perform recall 02 I 002 000 repairs for ABS. Dealership did not know when the parts would be available.*ak consumer contacted the mechanic and they stated the parts were ordered but they haven't came in yet. The consumer then contacted the isuzu dealership who stated there was no backlog on parts and the mechanic was lying to the consumer. *ph
Problems with ABS on a 1999 isuzu rodeo. *mr there were intermittent ABS problems since purchase. The ABS module was changed. The dealer said that a recall was being issued and they would reimburse the consumer for the repair charges. There was an excessive oil consumption problem which had not been solved since the consumer was given the run around. Recall# 02i002000 *scc
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