1994 Isuzu Rodeo Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1994 Isuzu Rodeo has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 13 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (16 reports).

4Recalls
82Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Rodeo?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1994 Isuzu Rodeo recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Recall 02V281Oct 15, 200214,449 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Recall 97V034001Mar 7, 1997118,485 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Recall 96V170002Sep 17, 199636,075 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Recall 94V132Jul 19, 1994122,297 vehicles affected

Most common 1994 Isuzu Rodeo problems

Problem areas named in the 82 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train16
Engine And Engine Cooling15
Electrical System13
Service Brakes, Hydraulic10
Wheels10
Latches/Locks/Linkages9
Vehicle Speed Control8
Visibility8
Structure7
Steering6

What owners report

2012-02-07, Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 ISUZU RODEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS SEVERE RUSTING ON THE BASE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 150,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
2011-07-11, Engine And Engine Cooling
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THE CAMSHAFT SEAL END PLUG NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER BECAUSE THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE COMPONENT UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 94V132000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE). THE MANUFACTURER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUS RECALL REPAIRS PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,600 UPDATED 10/21/11 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE CAM SHAFT SEAL PLUG CAME OUT AGAIN CAUSING OIL TO LEAK ON THE EXHAUST, WHICH CA
2010-06-09, Fuel System, Gasoline
STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE REAR OF VEHICLE FROM 1997 TO PRESENT. DEALER COULD NEVER LOCATE SOURCE. *TR
2010-06-09, Vehicle Speed Control
GAS PEDAL BECOMES STUCK AND ACCELERATION CONTINUES. ACCELERATOR CABLE FROM PEDAL TO THROTTLE IS BECOMES STUCK OFTEN. I HAVE TO SLAM ON THE GAS PEDAL MULTIPLE TIMES TO GET IT TO FREE UP. *TR
2010-06-09, Power Train
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WIRE HARNESS DETERIORATED DO TO EXCESSIVE HEAT, ROUTED TO CLOSE TO CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUSING VEHICLE NOT TO SHIFT AND DISABLING BOTH TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHTS. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 78K MILES ON IT AND WIRE COVERING/INSULATION SHOULD NOT BE LITERALLY BURNED AWAY WITH SUCH LOW MILES ON THE VEHICLE. *TR

1994 Isuzu Rodeo questions

Does the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo?

Based on 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (16), Engine And Engine Cooling (15), Electrical System (13).

How do I check if a recall on my 1994 Isuzu Rodeo has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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