1997 Isuzu Rodeo problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:frame And Members (18) · Wheels:lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs (14) · Air Bags:frontal (10)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Isuzu Rodeo model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
🛣️ Complaints by mileage
41 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (20)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2023-05-08 · IB13-R-001G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin outlines the procedures for using the alpine exchange program (the "exchange program"). the exchange program must be used when any alpine radio or other component covered by this bulletin is repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio and component repairs not covered under
Equipment 2022-08-30 · WB13-X-001B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
isuzu commercial truck of america, inc. (icta) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting parts warranty claims. we strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in parts warranty claim payments and/or claim charg
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2022-08-02 · WB13-X-001A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
isuzu commercial truck of america, inc. (icta) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting parts warranty claims. we strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in parts warranty claim payments and/or claim charg
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2003-05-01 · 0305S001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission indicator light may be on and diagnostic trouble code p1870 is set in the powertrain control module (pcm). *tt
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2002-12-01 · 0205S003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission indicator light may be on and diagnostic trouble code p1870 is set in the pcm (powertrain control module). *tt
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2001-05-01 · SB0105S001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some v6 models with transmission serial numbers 4754596 - 5831756 may experience leakage in the area of overfill plug and oil drain plug. *tt
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.