1999 Isuzu Rodeo fuel system problems

Filed Jun 1, 2016 · Body, Fuel system · 198,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at various speeds, a strong fuel odor was present without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank corroded and the rear driver side of the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 198,000.

Filed Dec 3, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 167,000 miles · FL

I have a 1999 isuzu rodeo 2.2l 4 cylinder model truck, and the fuel sending unit, 02 sensors and coolant temperature sensor have all gone bad. I have had to replace other sensors as well. Spent hundreds of dollars trying to fix this truck. Please let isuzu know that they need to be responsible for their actions, and fix these lemon vehicles. I am a college student and need this vehicle to get from school and back, and I'm not sure how many more fixes I will be able to afford. There are plenty more consumers on forums across the internet complaining of these vehicles, and are generally the same exact problems. Why hasn't anything been done?

Filed Jul 13, 2011 · Fuel system, Suspension · 144,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated the federal safety agency campaign id number:10v436000, suspension rear was performed on the vehicle, but the repair did not correct the failure. While driving 55 MPH the fuel tank separated from the vehicle; yet, there was no fuel leak. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and stated the fuel tank bracket was corroded. The manufacturer filed report 10277020. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current miles were 144,000.

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 25, 2009 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · TN

Fuel gauge not reading fuel system correctly. Shows empty when reaching close to halfway. Other reports list problem with fuel sending control unit contacts. Unit and fuel system not covered under warranty.

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 11, 2007 · Fuel system · 50,000 miles · FL

Low fuel indicator is on constantly. Has gotten worse over time as the gas gauge would work properly for the first 1/2 tank, but below 1/2 tank would simply show empty. Now, after filling up with gas, still shows as empty with low fuel light on.

Filed Dec 11, 2006 · Fuel system · 160,900 miles · VA

Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 55 MPH on normal road conditions, the fuel gauge suddenly dropped down to the empty indicator. This occurred on 2 occasions and the needle usually dropped to empty a few days after filling the tank with fuel. The service dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled for 12/19/06. The problem recurred on 12/10/06. The contact planned to notify the manufacturer after filing a complaint with the federal safety agency. The contact encountered several complaints about this problem, and expressed concern that this was a safety issue that should be recalled.

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.