2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 15, 2016 · 49 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Rodeo Sport years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. That is the most of any Rodeo Sport model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is structure (20 complaints, 41%), typically at around 100,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 4 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure20 · ~100,000 mi
Suspension13 · ~116,000 mi
Electrical System5 · ~79,000 mi
Fuel System, Other5 · ~71,185 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~65,521 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline3 · ~78,000 mi
Power Train2 · ~52,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2 · ~71,041 mi
Steering2 · ~71,041 mi
Vehicle Speed Control2 · ~36,650 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure2041%100,000——
Suspension1327%116,000——
Electrical System510%79,000——
Fuel System, Other510%71,185——
Engine and Engine Cooling48%65,521——
Fuel System, Gasoline36%78,000——
Power Train24%52,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic24%71,041——
Steering24%71,041——
Vehicle Speed Control24%36,650——
Visibility24%———
Air Bags12%———
Equipment12%58,177——
Service Brakes, Air12%———
Service Brakes, Electric12%———
Unknown or Other12%36,970——
Wheels12%100,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 9 complaints
2002: 1200212003: 332004: 2200422005: 442006: 2200622007: 332008: 6200862009: 222010: 5201052011: 992012: 5201252013: 112014: 4201442015: 112016: 120161

n = 49 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsOct 5, 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V298000 · 3,052 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. During the manufacture of certain fuel return hoses, incorrect rubber material for the outer layer was used.

Risk: The fuel return hose does not meet ozone-resistant specifications, and could ultimately crack, causing fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if the vehicle was equipped with an incorrect hose. If it is incorrect, dealers will replace it.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Rear suspension lower link failure (PE09030) — opened Jun 16, 2009, closed Dec 8, 2009, led to recall 10V436000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed corrosion on the undercarriage. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the rear suspension lower link bracket was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…

Suspension · received Jan 15, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10820465

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated that the frame was severely corroded and the rear lateral arm was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was made aware that nhtsa campaign number: 104v36000 (suspension) had expired. The manufacturer was made aware of…

Structure · received Nov 6, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10788818

I got a letter from isuzu asking me to come in for a recall due to pre-mature frame rusting i was told they had to lift the body off the frame to inspect it and i was having the gas-level sender replaced at the same time. I was told by the service department that bolts holding the cassis to the…

Structure · received Aug 31, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10629673

While driving in vehicle, approximately 35 mph, normal dry conditions, driver-side rear suspension trailing arm bracket broke free from frame. Vehicle veered right slightly and generated a groaning sound. Pulled vehicle off the road. Upon inspection underneath vehicle realized frame section…

Suspension · received Apr 5, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10577603

The frame is so badly rotted out that it won't pass a safety inspection . *tr

Structure · received Mar 19, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10573373

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?

Owners most often report structure, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 20 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Rodeo Sport model years, the 2001 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.