Isuzu Rodeo pulling problems

Filed May 8, 2015 · Suspension · 132,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle wandered out of lane and a loud popping noise emitted outside the vehicle. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear passenger stabilizer bar fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000. Updated 6/22/15*cn updated 9/18/15

Filed May 29, 2012 · Suspension · 144,047 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo. The contact was driving 10 MPH when the vehicle pulled to the right abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed corrosion of the driver's side rear control arm. The manufacturer was also contacted and confirmed that the VIN qualified for repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) but the recall had already expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 144,047 ....updated 06/18/12 *bf updated 06/21/12

Filed Mar 29, 2011 · Suspension · 123,000 miles · RI

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 isuzu rodeo. The contact stated that she received the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v436000 suspension:rear in december of 2010, and that the dealer was unable to perform the repair in december, because the part was not available. On march 27, 2011 while driving 25 MPH the vehicle pulled to the right. The contact had to drive onto the road side and have the vehicle towed to the dealer. The towing company advised the contact that the rear axle failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 123,000.

Filed Nov 17, 2010 · Body · 148,211 miles · OH

After my wife came home from work, we decided to run to the local grocery store to get a few things. On our way back, driving at 25 MPH we heard a loud noise and the car began to shake violently and pull to the right. I immediately pulled over and walked to a mechanic down the street and asked him to diagnose my vehicles' damage. He showed me that a passenger side rear bracket had completely rusted off of the frame. He then pointed out that the rest of the frame was also completely corroded to the point of putting your finger through it in certain areas. He said the damage was not repairable and the vehicle was now junk. It was only minutes before our ordeal that my wife was driving home at 55 MPH. I can only imagine the outcome if this would have happened to her during this time.

Filed Sep 14, 2010 · Body · 104,449 miles · NH

Friday morning the 3rd of september I was driving to work when my isuzu rodeo started to pull to the left and the right. I noticed the steering wheel alignment was way off. When the pulling left and right stopped the steering wheel was back in alignment. I had plans to pick up a u-haul trailer and help my daughter to move into her apartment over the weekend for college. I left work and went to the bank for some money to help with travel costs. During the ride to the bank I kept questioning myself and the safety of the vehicle for the long journey to boston. As I was leaving the bank parking lot and turning onto rt16 white mountain highway I heard what sounded like a grinding, tearing sound. I immediately pulled over and inspected the car but didn't see any thing out of ordinary. I got back in the car and headed down white mountain highway. I was going about 35-40 MPH when all of a sudden the car started jerking violently all over the road. I was on a two lane highway and barely avoided a head on collision. I had little to no control of the vehicle other then the brakes and was at the mercy of the vehicle until it slowed down and then I was able to steer the vehicle. After the car came to a rest I managed to slowly pull the vehicle into a parking lot. I got out of the car and again inspected the car for damage and noticed the rear stabilizer arm had rusted off the vehicle. I thank god that 1. I didn't get into an accident and 2. That it happened when it did and not driving down the road to boston at 60 - 65 MPH. If this would have happened while pulling a trailer at those speeds I believe the three of us traveling in the vehicle would have been killed or seriously injured and any one else in close proximity would have been killed or seriously injured. If this is not acted on and taken care of soon someone or someone's somewhere will be seriously injured or killed.

Filed Apr 9, 2009 · Body · 118,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. While driving approximately 25 MPH on normal road conditions, the vehicle automatically pulled to the right without assistance. The contact experienced difficulty steering in the desired direction. The vehicle and steering wheel made an excessively loud grinding noise and vibration. There were no warnings prior to the failure. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and inspected the vehicle. He observed complete detachment of the rear passenger stabilizing arm. The vehicle was cautiously driven to his residence. The vehicle is currently inoperable and has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 118,000. Updated 5/6/09 *cn the consumer stated the vehicle has not been driven. The frame is too corroded to repair. The bracket weld does not penetrate width of the metal. Updated 05/08/09.*jb the consumer said that it felt like the vehicle on "on ice" while the incident occurred. He still have the vehicle and is available for testing if the federal safety agency desires. Updated 05/12/09.

Filed May 12, 2007 · Transmission · 5 miles · AZ

While driving the vehicle on the freeway if I would let off the gas it would almost come to a complete stop, something just didnt feel right. I decided to exit the freeway , and not more than a few seconds after there was a loud boobing noise and alot of smoke, I immeditley pulled to the right and the vehicle came to a jolting stop . At first I was unsure of what it was until I saw all the oil. I looked under my vehicle , and the drive line that was conected to the rear end was completely detached and laying on the ground. The tow truck driver said the rear end seemed to be locked. And that it was confirmed when he was unloading it from the tow truck the tires wouldn't turn. This was not something that should just come apart on a vehicle. It didn't have normal wear and tear. This has to be some sort of factory defect.

Filed Sep 29, 2005 · Brakes, Suspension · 42,898 miles · CA

Dt: the contact's mother had bought a car on 9-23-05, and she experienced a lot of problems. The brakes were grinding and squealing. The alignment was severely off, and the car pulled to the right. The steering wheel was out of center. When the car came to a complete stop at any speed the front wheels stopped, and it felt like something was hitting the rear of the car. The dealership took it and fixed nine things regarding the wheels, the brakes and other things. She was not sure exactly. The dealership could not find the motion in the rear of the car. She wanted a new car. A mechanic at the dealership told the manager that the car was unsafe.

Filed Dec 28, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

To start with, I have had continous problems with the brakes, which squeal loudly when coming to a stop, they moan & creek on the inside then forcefully pushes my foot off the pedal-- the headlights have been a real problem. I've had to replace these headlights 4 times now, 2 of which were done myself. I cannot go the speed limit on the freeways, barely even up to it, as the vehicle shakes & vibrates so violently, it feels like its being pulled apart in every direction, taking me with it. I can only get to about 46 MPH before the shaking & vibrations start in. The steering wheel I have to grip tightly with both hands just to stay on the road, it shakes so much. The vehicle pulls to the right if I have to take my hands off the wheel even for a second. The driver side window & door panel rattles when the window is rolled down at any length, I can physically move the window. There is a continued buzzing on the driver's side speaker when the radio is on, even turning off the bass doesn't help. It's not on the passenger side. I don't feel safe driving this vehicle. The dealer charged me $1300 for an extended 'warranty' at a $100 deductible, but has refused to service the vehicle. I have never received the smog certificate, but was charged for the smog. The dealer who sold this piece of junk to me has completely wiped his hands of it as soon as it was dropped off on his lot. Said he wasn't 'responsible' for anything this vehicle needed. I'm out several hundred dollars on this vehicle. I wasn't looking to get a vehicle that needed so much work done to it right from the start. It has been & continues to be a living nightmare! I have contacted several agencies, only to have them shut there door in my face, because this is a used vehicle. My hands are literally up in the air, I don't know what to do anymore-- what is my legal recourse??

Filed Jul 11, 2003 · Brakes, Locks · 3,676 miles · AZ

Consumer stated that while driving, the ABS light came on intermittently.*ak the part was replaced on 3 occasions. *ts. Also the vehicle pulled to the right, the dealer stated the vehicle was misaligned, and the hood latch was loose.