While driving the consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. The vehicle rolled to a stop.
1999 Isuzu Rodeo brakes complaints
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While driving the ABS brake light appeared on the dash.
While driving 25 MPH the consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went all the way to the floor and as a result consumer hit another vehicle.
At about 65,000 miles, the engine has been burning 1/2 quart of oil every 200-300 miles. Not leaking onto the ground and do not see in the exhaust. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) light comes on and off when going over bumps. The ABS sensor connection on the rear axle is always loose. Gas gauge not reading proper level. Have been through 5 in-dash cd changers.
The dealer indicated that the parts for brake recall 02i- 002000 would not be available in a reasonable amount of time.
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.
The ABS light illuminated, dealer replaced the module, however the light remained on.
The brakes locked up, when they were applied, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance.
I was never informed of some recalls on my 1999 isuzu rodeo. I am having some of the problems stated in the description of the recalls. My ABS brake light is going on and off and I am having some trouble stopping. My check engine light is coming on and when sitting still the car acts as though it is going to cut off. It is running really hard when I come to a stop. I believe that these have to do with the recall. Another problem that I am having is my gas gauge is not registering how much gas is in the car and the gas light stays on constantly. I know that it is full because the gas pump stops.
Thursday, april 3, 2003 my 1999 isuzu rodeo began making unusual sounds from inside the hood and the ABS light lit up on the dashboard. Upon looking under the hood, I discovered the brake module was running despite turning the car off and removing the key. The only way to stop the module from running was to remove the negative cable from the battery. I immediately called the crest isuzu dealership in plano, texas and spoke the service department about the problem. The technician's first response was that I may qualify for a free replacement because there was a "manufacturer's installation problem" on some of the rodeos coming from certain plants. I gave him my VIN number and he came back and told me my VIN number was not on the list. I found it odd that isuzu would recognize that some parts were defective, but not respond to mine. My next step was to contact the owner relations department of american isuzu motors, inc. I initially spoke with don who informed me that in july, isuzu was launching a campaign to replace all brake modules in 1999 isuzu rodeos. I was told this was a safety upgrade and did not mean that the part had any problems. I was told that I would have to pay for the replacement of my module because it was not yet july. I am being told two separate stories from isuzu employees. I need a written response from isuzu explaining how my defective brake module is not related to the campaign to replace all brake modules in july. I don't think isuzu wants to be responsible for any accidents that may result in the next 3 months because my defective brake module was not attended to.
I have 1999 isuzu rodeo. I got the ABS keep running and got a light on problem recently and I got the ABS diagnostic at dealer and they said I have ABS short and need to replace ABS module. I checked the recall on this vehicle and found ABS recall starting 1998 model. I already have three accidents from extended stopping distances before. Is it possible to get mine to get the recall service?
Abs indicator associated with wire harness. This problem was associated with 1998 models and should be reviewed for 1999 models too. Abs module needing replacing at approximately 30,000 miles. Also experience delay or lapse time for vehicle to stop.
The vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.
In august of 2002 , I was driving my 1999 rodeo that I had leased new in 2002 and this running noise continued after I turned off the engine. It was the ABS module. It had to be unplugged to keep the battery from being run down. The repair is about $500.00 and isuzu wants to ignore that there is a problem with this component. Before the noise started,the stopping distance was very long and there was a popping feeling in the brake pedal. I took it in to the dealer and was told "nothing was wrong and that was the way anti-lock brakes felt" the ABS light came on. All of this started with 40,000 miles on the vehicle. There is a problem with the rodeo that needs to be addressed and recalled by isuzu without the cost of life or money to the consumer.
When I try to stop my 99 rodeo about 1 out of 5 times the brake pedal will pulsate very fast accompanied by a sound (like a quiet machine gun) coming from the engine compartment. This is the ABS kicking in. Dealer says I'm not covered. Have contacted isuzu but only get answering machine. Reading on an isuzu forum (not sponsored by isuzu), this seems to be a known and common problem with rodeo's that isuzu doesn't want to address if your out of warranty. My 99 has 29,000 miles on it but it is over 3 years. I bought it new.
The brake pedal went to the floor and caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance.
Brakes won't engage till foot is have way to the floor. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information. Ph
I have a 99 isuzu rodeo with about 37,500 miles. About 2 weeks ago (early january 2003), I started up the rodeo and heard a very loud sound coming from under the hood, which continued even when I turned off the ignition and removed the keys. The only way to stop the sound was to unplug the ABS fuse. When I took it to the dealership, they said the ABS control module had to be replaced (about a $500 repair.) from my internet research, this is a frequent problem with mid- to late-90s rodeos.
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
Abs failure design problem. Extended braking distance especially on wet or bumpy surfaces. The ABS system seems to disengage any significant braking effect. This has not caused an accident yet, but when it happens intermittently, nothing appears to help the brakes engage in a normal fashion. The manufacturer does not acknowledge a design problem despite numerous other complaints by other owners and a recall on 1998 vehicles that they will not apply to my 1999 model. This is not a matter that can be resolved by the manufacturer or their dealer without outside intervention. The problem is serious and is endangering my family. The stopping distance is drastically increased with this system. I would feel much safer if the system could be permanently disengaged, so I could stop in an emergency. Dt
When driving on bumpy roads or in wet conditions ABS brakes ingage unnecesserally causing increased vehicle stopping distance. This has happened on three occasions scarying the hell out of me. On approaching a t-junction in wet conditions, I applied the brakes in normal fashion and a loud juddering noise was heard. Brake pedal went soft, vehicle lurched fwd and finally stopped in the middle of the intersection. Luckily no traffic was coming otherwise a serious accident could have occurred. I have disconnected the ABS since as the vehicle is uncontrollable in these situations. Dt
Consumer stated while driving and without warning the ABS pump failed, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Mr *tt
The vehicle experiences extended stopping distance when braking over rough terrain, pine cones, pot holes, etc. The brakes release and recatch with the pedal almost to the floor. Dt
While traveling on a side street and he apply his brakes RPM went up 7000. And his vehicle would'nt stop the vehicle was in park and the vehicle started to vibrate and shake. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts
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Ea 99 000/braking system-ABS:consumer states that the vehicle ABS motor would remain on after switching off the vehicle. Consumer had to disconnect the battery cable to deactivate the ABS motor. Dealer contacted. Nlm
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Abs brakes light came on and stayed on. Also, had to unplug fuse due to the fact it was drainnig the battery. Brakes were inoperative.
When car was first purchased, brakes would occasionally stick restricting car to 35 MPH on highway. Dealer suggested letting brakes "wear" in. Problem continued off and on for about 3-4 months, we learned to pull the brake pedal up to release when stuck. In march of 2002 the ABS light came on, took to dealer and they said it was just a shorted wire and fixed it. On 7/10/02 wife applied brakes while entering on ramp to highway, car went into a 540 deg spin, no accident occured. The next morning, ABS light came on and ABS unit continually made noise even when key was removed from ignition. Dealer was called I told them "my wifes rodeo is making a running noise like a fan with the key out of ignition" dealer (sandy in svc)said instantly "oh, thats the ABS unit, I usually recommend pulling the ABS fuse or it may drain the battery". The next day I called to talk to svc mgr (john michael), I said "wifes rodeo was making a noise, like a fan running, without key in ignition" john quickly interjected "and the ABS light was on". It seems that this is a common problem that isuzu seems to be ignoring at the cost of consumers, possibly the cost of someones safety. We will be responsible for the $250-$500 repair bill (3 months out of warranty). I did some research and it appears numerous reports have been filed on rodeos ABS failures.
Consumer states she parked the vehicle and heard a strange noise, after opening the hood, consumer found the ABS module was stuck in the on position and was constanty running, the ABS light did illuminate, the dealer pulled the ABS fuse and stated that the ABS module needed replaced.
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