CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Isuzu Rodeo has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA, including 17 crashes, 14 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (34 reports).
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118Owner complaints
17Crashes reported
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1997 Isuzu Rodeo recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo.
Most common 1997 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Problem areas named in the 118 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 34 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Wheels | 16 |
| Air Bags | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Suspension | 7 |
What owners report
This specific car with this VIN number is missing the back window and just a piece of wood is covering where the window should be. Grocery bags and rags are sticking out of the wood. A 10 month old child travels in this car in freezing cold weather conditions. Back seat rests were also missing from this vehicle so child is very unsafe in this vehicle
THE TRUCK IS ERODING AWAY THE UNDER CARRIAGE AND HAS STATED TO COME THROUGH INTERIOR EFFECTING THE BOLTS AND THE SUPPORTS HOLDING SEAT DOWN. ALSO THE ENGINE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. BLOWN KNOCKING ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE SERVICE, THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE VEHICLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE BEING INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, THE TECHNICIAN FOUND THAT THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON THE UNDERBODY AND THE BRAKE LINES. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE DUE TO THE COMPONENTS BEING FULL OF RUST AND THE RISK OF FRACTURING AT ANY TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000.
I SENT IN A COMPLETE ALREADY I HAVE NEVER HEARD BACK I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO KNOW THE 96 AND 98 WERE RECALLED FOR FRAME PROBLEMS I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHY I HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM YOU FOR THE 97 I AM IN A TIGHT SPOT I CAN NOT AFFORD TO REPLACE THIS CAR I HAVE GOOD CREDIT BUT BECAUSE I DO NOT HAVE COSIGNER I CAN NOT REPLACE THIS CAR. *TR
1997 Isuzu Rodeo questions
Does the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo?
Based on 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (34), Engine And Engine Cooling (17), Wheels (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 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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