2000 Isuzu Rodeo brakes problems

Filed May 27, 2013 · Acceleration, Brakes · 122,000 miles · CA · crash

After exiting a parking lot and when approaching the traffic signal (already red) at a speed less than 5mph (the signal was approx 5 car lengths from the parking lot exit), while further slowing (braking) to line up behind the last of the 2 cars already stopped at the signal, the rodeo unexpectedly accelerated which required the driver to aggressively and continuously apply the brakes. The rodeo slowed but could not be stopped within a distance of approx 2-3 car lengths and resulted in contact with the 2nd car which was stopped at the signal. After exchanging insurance info with the involved parties, the rodeo was driven directly to ckm auto service to diagnose the cause of the unexpected acceleration. Ckm did not find sources which may have created this problem ... Ckm also retained the rodeo and drove it a period of days to attempt to recreate the problem. Website research finds other similar unexpected acceleration events with the rodeo (some at much higher speeds) but none seem to have found the cause. This was the second incident of this same nature with the exception that the first incident was at a stop sign and no other vehicles, property or persons were damaged (just a heart-stopping moment when the rodeo could not be stopped with aggressive and continuous braking..rodeo was check out by ckm). Rodeo is potentially dangerous and since a definitive cause could not be identified, this rodeo was traded in on 5-24-13 as we no longer had confidence in its safety.

Filed Mar 2, 2011 · Brakes, Suspension · 91,800 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo. The contact was driving 5 MPH and while applying the brakes, the vehicle would not respond. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the rear shock brackets were rusted and fractured from the vehicle. When the failure occurred, the brackets struck the brake lines and caused a loss of brake fluid and braking power. The mechanic repaired the brake lines but the rusted shock bracket was not repairable. The contact attempted to call both the dealer and manufacturer but was unsuccessful. The failure mileage was 91,800.

Filed Aug 11, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 90,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle vibrated and jerked when the brake pedal was depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they stated that the front brakes were overheated and cracked. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on four separate occasions for identical failures. Recently, the mechanic stated that the failures were related to a defect with the antilock brake system unit and electrical issues. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 91,313.

Filed Feb 13, 2008 · Brakes, Fuel system · 500 miles · CA · crash · 2 injuries

I took the dealer isuzu to lemon law and I was told it works as designed. The jury was so stupid it was un believable, they all came up to my wife and I and said make sure you take the car to the dealers to get it fixed. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh isn't that why I am here in court? Good luck people are stupid and we are stuck driving an unsafe care because consumer reports will not get involved. Lemon cars for sale any isuzu cheap (related vehicle information: model year=2000, make=isuzu, model=rodeo).

Filed Jan 12, 2008 · Brakes · TX

I have 2000 isuzu rodeo, and when the brakes are applied the vehicle does not stop!! The brakes have been replaced twice every year since we have owned the vehicle. We bought the vehicle new in october 2000. The brakes are constantly being adjusted almost monthly. The mechanic at "expert tire" on mcniel st, wichita falls tx. Have encountered the same problems with other isuzu rodeos and have directed us to bring the vehicle to the isuzu dealership. I can not believe that this major safety issue has not been addressed. The mechanic at expert tire believes that ABS system has a recall but we have never been notified nor is it listed on the isuzu rodeo recall web site.

Filed Dec 20, 2005 · Acceleration, Brakes · 79,300 miles · MN · crash

Vehicle accelerated while coasting causing vehicle to fish-tail and spin out. Once vehicle corrected brakes/ABS did not engage (no pulse in brake pedal no squealing tires) resulting in vehicle careening of the road.

Filed Feb 13, 2004 · Brakes · VA

While driving 55 MPH ABS braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on until the vehicle was turned off. Consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to floor. Consumer was able to maintain control of vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that ABS module needed to be replaced.

Filed Feb 6, 2004 · Brakes · 31,750 miles · NY

200 isuzu rodeo--braking problem--pedal goes to floor-extended braking time, brakes have completely failed one time. Have had grinnding noise when applying brakes over small bumps, with loss of brakes. The car has been to 3 independent mechanics to have brakes checked and all say pads and rotors are fine, but braking is still very difficult.

Filed Dec 9, 2003 · Brakes · TX

00 isuzu rodeo ABS issues I find the ABS kicking in when running over smal bump and rocky surfaces. This is my wifes automobile, and I have been driving it for about a month now, and really believe that these brakes are potentially dangerous.

Filed Oct 24, 2003 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · MA

When applying the brakes at 3 MPH, the pedal went to the floor before stopping. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and the dealer stated there was nothing wrong with the brake system. Please provide any further information and complete the questionnaire.