1997 Isuzu Rodeo Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Rodeo years
- About as many complaints as other years 6th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo. That ranks 6th out of 11 Rodeo model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (32 complaints, 27%), typically at around 144,500 miles. Complaints mention 17 crashes, 14 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 118owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 17complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 32 | 27% | 144,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 14% | 77,019 | — | — |
| Wheels | 14 | 12% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 13 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 9% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 8% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 7% | 123,333 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 6% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 6% | 128,250 | — | — |
| Tires | 5 | 4% | 122,845 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 3% | 91,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Other Isuzu Rodeo years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Rodeo | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Rodeo | 39 | 2 |
| 2003 Rodeo | 16 | 3 |
| 2002 Rodeo | 101 | 2 |
| 2001 Rodeo | 389 | 4 |
| 2000 Rodeo | 274 | 3 |
| 1999 Rodeo | 550 | 3 |
| 1998 Rodeo | 478 | 4 |
| 1997 | 118 | 0 |
| 1996 Rodeo | 97 | 0 |
| 1995 Rodeo | 176 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo?
Owners most often report structure, engine and engine cooling, wheels problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 32 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Rodeo model years, the 1997 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.