1999 Isuzu Rodeo: check engine light

Filed Nov 14, 2006 · Fuel system · 22,000 miles · NJ

Fuel level sensor in gas tank failed early in automobile's life. Gas gauge used to read incorrectly, eventually not registering any gasoline at all (always on empty). This has caused automobile's "check engine" light to illuminate, though there is no true issue with the engine. This issue did not lead to any injuries, though could if there was a driver who was unaware of this problem (ie, running out of gas in unpopulated area, etc.). I am aware of a number of people who have complained (online and via phone) about this problem and do not understand why it has not been elevated to recall status as of yet.

Filed Oct 24, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 110,000 miles · PA

The antilock brake system indication light illuminated and anti-lock brakes do not function. Check the message boards on the internet and you will see alot of these problems with the same make and model vehicle. Also the egr valve problem where the vehicle clogs with carbon build up causing the check engine light to illuminate intermittenly and the vehicle stalls out. The problems happen to enough of the same make and model vehicles that there should be a recall.

Filed Aug 2, 2006 · Electrical, Fuel system · 75,000 miles · VA

The check engine light remains on at all times and the gas gauge will not work accurately.

Filed Jul 6, 2006 · Fuel system · 55,000 miles · NY

At about 55,000 miles the gas gauge stopped functioning properly and accurately. It is completely unreliable, and I have to reset the trip meter each time I fill the vehicle up with gas. I thought it was just a fluke until my wife heard a work colleague on the telephone with isuzu complaining about the same issue with her rodeo as well (different model year). Now I see in reviewing this website, that this is more than a coincidence. In addition, the check engine light is constantly on and off on the vehicle. I believe that this is due to the issue with the gas gage as well. According to my mechanic, it costs about $500 to repair this pr problem as the labor involved is quite extensive.

Filed Apr 23, 2005 · Fuel system, Seat belts · 77,000 miles · MS

The fuel gauge on our 1999 isuzu rodeo began flashing one day and then just quit working. The dealer told us that isuzu was aware of this problem with the 99 model but would not issue a recall because it was expensive to repair. This has since caused the check engine light to come on. We have to use the trip odometer to try and estimate how much fuel we have in the tank. You would think it would be less expensive to lose customers over something they know is defective.

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Fuel system · MA

Fuel sending unit reacts to chemical additives over times and fails. This causes gas guage to read imporperly or not at all. This also causes the check engine light to appear. New sending unit needed and removal of gas tank necesary to replace unit. Quoted at 500 dollars to replace the 36 dollar part.

Filed Aug 26, 2004 · Airbags · 120,000 miles · FL

Fuel gauge is intermittent after filling gas tank with fuel. Fuel gauge is completely inoperative after 5-10 miles of driving after filling fuel tank. This is also causing a check engine light to come on. There are several complaints for this and it is a safety concern if your wife is driving the vehicle at night on the interstate daily without knowing the amount of gas she has. Dealership here will not sell the sending unit by itself, only the complete fuel pump at a cost of over $300.00. Something needs to be done about this.

Filed Aug 16, 2004 · Fuel system · 50,000 miles · CA

Fuel gauge is erratic and triggers check engine light.

Filed Jan 26, 2004 · Fuel system · 65,800 miles · MD

The gas gauge on my 99 rodeo is defective. I have 66,000 miles and the problem just began within the past couple of weeks. It constantly moves up and down, even after filling the tank. The gas warning light comes on and eventually starts to blink. I called my local dealer and was told it would cost between $400 and $500 to repair and that eventually this would trigger the check engine light. When the check engine light comes on, it will cost even more to repair. I was also told to make sure I refuel after 150 miles to ensure that the car does not break down. Based on the number of consumer complaints, this is obviously a common problem and needs to be addressed.

Filed Jan 12, 2004 · Fuel system · AZ

Fuel gauge faulty, causes check engine light to turn on. Item should be recalled, has the potential to cause stranded drivers due to incorrect reading.

Filed Dec 30, 2003 · Engine · NY

The consumer had just left the dealership and was driving 30 MPH when the transmission light suddenly illuminated. The next day the check engine light came on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determine that the serpentine belt fell off.

Filed Nov 10, 2003 · Engine · PA

My rodeo is at 61000 miles, exactly 1000 miles over warranty and I have two cracked cylinder heads which is $4500 to fix. My check engine light did not come on and I had no warning. I have spent 3 days calling isuzu headquarters and receiving nothing but voicemail. After leaving 15 messages I still have not received a return call.