2000 Isuzu Rodeo Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2000 Isuzu Rodeo has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 274 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 7 fires, 19 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (84 reports).

3Recalls
274Owner complaints
23Crashes 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.

2000 Isuzu Rodeo recalls

Suspension:Rear

Recall 10V436Sep 22, 2010149,992 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 02V213Aug 9, 200215 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 01V055Feb 22, 20013 vehicles affected

Most common 2000 Isuzu Rodeo problems

Problem areas named in the 274 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure84
Suspension65
Engine And Engine Cooling40
Service Brakes, Hydraulic35
Power Train18
Electrical System17
Fuel System, Other17
Vehicle Speed Control15
Fuel System, Gasoline14
Tires7

What owners report

2021-02-26, Suspension
EXCESSIVE CORROSION MAY RESULT IN THE LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK BRACKET BECOMING DETACHED FROM THE FRAME, WHICH CAN AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE A CRASH
2017-03-21, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2000 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT BECAME DISTRACTED AND CROSSED THE YELLOW LANE LINES. IN AN ATTEMPT TO AVOID AN ONCOMING VEHICLE, THE CONTACT JERKED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THREE TREES AND ROLLED OFF A CLIFF. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO BE THROWN AROUND INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A FRACTURED STERNUM, A CONCUSSION, AND INJURIES TO THE RIGHT KNEE THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND
2017-03-07, Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN UNUSUAL NOISE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT BODY FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,000.
2017-01-26, Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH RESULTED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DUE TO SEVERE FRAME CORROSION, THE FRAME DETACHED AND STRUCK THE REAR DRIVER WHEEL, WHICH ULTIMATELY CAUSED THE CRASH. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 125,000. ...UPDATED 03/08/17 *BF
2016-10-26, Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE SERVICE, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN A VOLUNTARY MANUFACTURER'S RECALL; HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT IT HAD EXPIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 213,000.

2000 Isuzu Rodeo questions

Does the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo: Suspension:Rear; Air Bags:Frontal; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo?

Based on 274 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (84), Suspension (65), Engine And Engine Cooling (40).

How do I check if a recall on my 2000 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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