Isuzu Trooper Problems by Year
NHTSA has 331 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Isuzu Trooper, across 8 model years (1995–2002). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (81). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Isuzu Trooper years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Trooper model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 Trooper: 81 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 Trooper: 54 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 Trooper: 51 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2002 Trooper: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 Trooper: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2001 Trooper: 29 complaints, 1 recall
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 Trooper problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 127 | 8 | 1 |
| Power Train | 48 | 8 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 7 | 2 |
| Suspension | 27 | 6 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 6 | 3 |
| Tires | 19 | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 7 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 5 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 13 | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Seats | 8 | 5 | 1 |
| Visibility | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Wheels | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Isuzu Trooper problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Isuzu Trooper model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Trooper | 12 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2001 Trooper | 29 | 1 | — | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2000 Trooper | 49 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1999 Trooper | 81 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 1998 Trooper | 42 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1997 Trooper | 13 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 1996 Trooper | 51 | 2 | — | Suspension | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1995 Trooper | 54 | 1 | — | Suspension | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Isuzu Trooper years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (81), 1995 (54), 1996 (51). 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 Trooper?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 127 complaints across 8 model years.
How many recalls does the Isuzu Trooper have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.