2000 Isuzu Rodeo: engine stalls while driving

Filed Sep 8, 2013 · Electrical · 131,640 miles · HI

So many electrical issues to start with. The first issue was with the windows. The driver side window would not go up, so we got the switch tested, switch tested ok so we purchased a new motor. Install the new motor and window will not go up. Then the passenger window started to act up intermittently. Then the aux plugin blew a fuse, change the fuse and it blew again. Noticed there was corrosion all the time at battery cables, so I changed the battery. Then the starter was no good. Changed the starter and now the battery is not good. Checked to see if there is a ground at the starter;none found. Take battery out and exchange. In the meantime the car stalls out intermittently. I can be going 50mph or 25mph, it won't matter, the car just stalls out.I am unable to control the wheel when this happens. Radio goes off and on sometimes but my main concern is the car stalling out.I can also smell sometimes wires melting. I open the hood to check and I find nothing. I service the car every 4 months. My mechanic advised for me to take it to someone who can check the electrical. There are too many electrical issues going on with this vehicle. This cannot be normal or ok. I still have not been able to use the front windows. And the fuse still blows for the aux plugin. Will be checking on alternator next but the dash does not indicate any issue with the battery not charging.

Filed Apr 24, 2012 · Body · MA

Hello, I bought my isuzu rodeo SUV in feb. Of 2000. I paid $27,000 with a trade in. I noticed the first year the car started to shake going on 50-55 miles an hour, so took it back to the where I bought it, they fixed it but it was still happening. So, years went by a few other problems occurred spent money on the car to have it fixed but one thing I noticed that the bottom and body of the car started to rot, not happy about this. Having problems with starting the car, it stalls, while I am driving on the highway it decides to stall, my daughter in the back seat. We could of gotten killed because of this car, so unsafe. The car only has 75,000 miles on it only 12 yrs old, I have maintained the car in good condition, just don't understand, it looks horrible. So, driving a few weeks ago, I heard this loud snap and also to mention my 17 month old daughter was sitting in her car seat in the back. I couldn't understand what it was, so than I noticed that the car was not driving the way it was, my husband looked down and he said that right sway bar is broken. So, took it to a mechanic and he said you will need to spend money on repairing it and other parts that are rotting. So, this really makes you think how safe my daughter is in the car. I have not driven this car at all ever since, I am so scared. So, financial I don't have the money to repair all of the parts on this car,I have to go out and find a car that is dependable and the safety of my family especially my child. Seriously people that are inventing these car's should think a little bit more wiser on how to make a car. Thank you!!

Filed Oct 16, 2011 · Engine · GA

2000 isuzu rodeo hard to start and will stall at red lights or going down the road, no one can find out why.

Filed Feb 17, 2011 · Body, Fuel system · 120,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that in 2008 while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. A local mechanic replaced the fuel pump but the failure continued. The engine would not start so the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that the fuel pump and subframe had holes due to corrosion. The contact called the manufacturer who advised the contact to have the vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 150,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2006 · Electrical · 63,400 miles · AL

Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle would not start the battery was replaced. The battery looked swollen. While driving 45 MPH, the check engine light and the ABS warning light illuminated and the digital displays began flashing on the instrument panel, and the engine power slowed to 30 MPH and below. After reaching the driveway, the vehicle stalled and could not be restarted. After towing the vehicle to the service dealer, an inspection identified the equipment failure to be the alternator and the wiring harness. The manufacturer was notified.

Filed May 5, 2006 · Engine · 85,000 miles · AR

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 MPH on a two lane road the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, who determined the engine wiring harness failed and it was replaced. The manufacturer was contacted. Updated 06/07/2006. *ak

Filed Mar 28, 2006 · Engine · WI

It had been less than 5000 miles since the last oil change. The truck started making a really loud clicking noise, then stalled minutes later. A rod was thrown through the block, and 2 pistons were destroyed. It cost about $6000, which the warranty company only paid half. They replaced it with a used engine, and I am already having problems with oil consumption.

Filed Jan 31, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · 85,000 miles · TX · fire

Dt*: the contact stated a fire erupted in the vehicle while driving. The vehicle had just been filled with fuel. While stopping at a stop light the vehicle began to hesitate as if it were going to stall. The fire was first noticed on the front passenger side. Based on the fire departments investigation the fire started in the engine compartment. However, an arson investigator was contacted who determined the fire was electrical and started in an electrical box located near the battery. The vehicle was totaled as a result of the incident. The police were alerted but did not arrive on the scene. Updated 04/04/06.

Filed Apr 8, 2005 · Engine · MD

Ehicle stalled at various speeds. Taken to dealer for check up several times, but the cause was undetermined.

Filed Mar 31, 2005 · Engine · 36,000 miles · NV

An ongoing intermittent problem with engine stalling when slowing down to a stop or accelerating from a stop position. Vehicle would intermittently restart at times or not at all until the next day. Vehicle has been to the dealer on four separate occasions, and the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem each time.

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 64,000 miles · CA

In december 2003, we purchased our 2000 isuzu rodeo ls with 55,987 miles. We followed the recommended guidelines for purchasing a used automobile. Taking every measure to insure that we were purchasing a vehicle that would perform well for us. We had a diagnostic test, also known as a used vehicle inspection, performed at our local isuzu dealer. The vehicle passed. We then ran a car fax history report, everything checked out there as well. The vehicle then passed a smog check with flying colors. Four thousand miles went by and we performed a routine oil change. In another four thousand miles we had complete engine failure!there was no indication of service needed, no oil leaks, no red lights on the dash board, nothing! Just a slight ticking noise and twenty miles later extreme engine failure, diagnosed as a "major oil leak, a blown engine" due to a "definite internal problem". So, I have a properly maintained and documented isuzu, that I only drove for 9,000 miles, just outside of the second owner warranty of 60,000 miles. This vehicle is sitting in my front yard with the defective engine still in it. I'm demanding isuzu assist in a "gesture of goodwill" by replacing this defective engine in my isuzu with a new factory engine. If isuzu does not take advantage of my request I will demand my rights under the california lemon law that they buy this unsafe lemon back from me. I have done extensive research (this research also explained the occasional stalling we experienced) on isuzus and have confirmed a history of countless defects with these cars. This information can be verified on the federal safety agency and the cas web sites. I urge anyone else encountering problems with their isuzus to document and follow through with your concerns through the appropriate channels .... The federal safety agency and cas. Take advantage of the lemon law and demand your rights!!!

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 64,000 miles · CA

In december 2003 we purchased our 2000 issues rodeo ls with 55,987 miles. We followed the recommended guidelines for purchasing a used automobile. Taking every measure to insure that we were purchasing a vehicle that would perform well for us. We had a diagnostic test, also known as a used vehicle inspection, performed at our local isuzu dealer. The vehicle passed. We then ran a car fax history report, everything checked out there as well. The vehicle then passed a smog check with flying colors. Four thousand miles went by and we performed a routine oil change. In another four thousand miles we had complete engine failure! There was no indication of service needed, no oil leaks, no red lights on the dash board, nothing! Just a slight ticking noise and twenty miles later extreme engine failure, diagnosed as a "major oil leak, a blown engine" due to a "definite internal problem". So, I have a properly maintained and documented isuzu, that I only drove for 9,000 miles, just outside of the second owner warranty of 60,000 miles. This vehicle is sitting in my front yard with the defective engine still in it. I'm demanding isuzu assist in a "gesture of goodwill" by replacing this defective engine in my isuzu with a new factory engine. If isuzu does not take advantage of my request I will demand my rights under the california lemon law that they buy this unsafe lemon back from me. I have done extensive research (this research also explained the occasional stalling we experienced) on isuzus and have confirmed a history of countless defects with these cars. This information can be verified on the federal safety agency and the cas web sites. I urge anyone else encountering problems with their isuzus to document and follow through with your concerns through the appropriate channels .... The federal safety agency and cas. Take advantage of the lemon law and demand your rights!!!