Isuzu Hombre Problems by Year
NHTSA has 122 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Isuzu Hombre, across 4 model years (1996–2000). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (53). The most reported problem area overall is visibility.
Isuzu Hombre years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Hombre year: 1998. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 Hombre: 53 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 Hombre: 37 complaints, 4 recalls
- 1997 Hombre: 25 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Isuzu Hombre problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 55 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 4 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 3 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Isuzu Hombre model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Hombre | 7 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 1998 Hombre | 53 | 1 | — | Visibility | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1997 Hombre | 25 | 3 | — | Visibility | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1996 Hombre | 37 | 4 | — | Visibility | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Isuzu Hombre years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1998 (53) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Hombre year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Isuzu Hombre?
Visibility, with 55 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Isuzu Hombre have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.