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2002 Isuzu Rodeo engine problems

17 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 66,000.

owner complaints
17
of this car's complaints
17%
typical mileage
66,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Engine
    4
  • Exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
    1
  • Exhaust system: emission control
    1
  • Cooling system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Isuzu Rodeo engine problems in other years

1991199520002004

Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 11

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2002 Isuzu Rodeo owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 17, 2013 · Engine · 110,000 miles · TX

Vehicle stalls in slow turns, reduced power light comes on once every three weeks in the middle of the interstate.

Filed Dec 3, 2010 · Engine · 85,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 isuzu rodeo. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The dealer was aware of the problem and told the contact that the ecgi harness needed to be replaced; however, the part was unavailable. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Filed Mar 24, 2010 · Engine · 99,000 miles · IN

My car stalls in traffic due to a defective intake manifole gasket . I have been left stranded in traffic, unable to restart my vehicle. This is an unsafe condition entirely caused by a manufactoring defect. Isuzu is aware of this defect and has repaired many free of charge under a secret plan that is not known to the public. I had my car dianoised at mike raisor isuzu imports (lafayette, indiana) and was informed that even though I owned this car from 2005 at 51000 miles isuzu will apply this service bullition repair.

Filed Oct 6, 2007 · Brakes, Electrical · NC

2002 isuzu rodeo I have numerous problems with this isuzu. I purchased it new and I am the only driver. Vehicle wastes oil, motor heads been replaced, brakes changed several times. Transmission changed or repaired. Ignition replaced no warning lights about overheating or anything, egr changed. There are so many things I can't remember them all. Now the vehicle is making a loud popping noise sounds like from the rear door and the driver side window does not go all the way up. I think I received a lemon!

Filed May 7, 2007 · Engine · MD

2002 isuzu rodeo customer states that they brought the car and engine started to smell like something was burning costing $872.71 the customer wants to be reimbursed **cc the consumer took her vehicle to the dealership on 3 different occasions, because she continued to experience the same problem. The consumer was advised to take the vehicle to an isuzu dealer because the problem was still under warranty. The problem was determined to be a cracked head on the engine. The consumer wants reimbursement from the previous dealership since the problem was corrected under warranty at another dealership.

Filed Jan 9, 2007 · Engine · 66,000 miles · CT

Tl* - the contact stated that she owns a 2002 isuzu rodeo. She purchased thevehicle in april 2005. The vehicle had an odometer reading of approximately 16000 miles at the time of purchase, and it currently has 66,000 miles. The contact stated that it is 6000 miles past the warranty. The motor seized on december 15, 2005 while driving at 65 MPH, in cear weather and the road conditions were fine. The contact stated that there were no warning lights or anything that might have suggested that the engine was about to fail. The contact stated that neither isuzu nor hoffman ford will pay for the repair work. There have been numerous reports from isuzu owners with the same failure.

Filed Jun 28, 2005 · Engine · MD

Dt: the contact owns a 2002 isuzu rodeo. Vehicle is leaking anti-freeze. He contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and he does not feel safe driving the vehicle anymore.

Filed May 23, 2005 · Engine · NC

Dt: contact states while driving vehicle stalled. There were no signs of anything being wrong with the vehicle. The local service dealer stated the vehicle was fixed, but the vehicle stalled again.

Filed Feb 18, 2005 · Engine · GA

While driving on the highway the automobile suddenly lost the power. The engine oil was gone. I put slic50 with my engine oil and the engine did not burned completely. However, without slic50, the engine was completely burned and caused the accident on I-285 in atlanta.

Filed Aug 24, 2004 · Engine, Lights · FL

While driving check engine light/ back up lights, and brake lights illuminated on the dash board. The brakes became inoperable. Consumer has to press the accelerator pedal to the floor. Also, when making a turn there was a clanking noise coming from the front end. Consumer stated these problems started one year ago.

Questions about the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo engine

Does the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo have engine problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the engine of the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo, 17% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2002 Isuzu Rodeo engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 66,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Isuzu Rodeo have bad engine?

The Isuzu Rodeo model years with the most engine complaints are 1999 (52 complaints), 1998 (39 complaints) and 2000 (37 complaints).

Other 2002 Isuzu Rodeo problems

Body 22Brakes 18Transmission 18Suspension 15Airbags 6Visibility 6Electrical 4Fuel system 4Locks 2Acceleration 1Driver assistance 1Lights 1Seat belts 1Steering 1Tires 1

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