1997 Isuzu Trooper Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Trooper years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 7th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Isuzu Trooper. That ranks 7th out of 8 Trooper model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 68,950 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Isuzu Trooper 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 31% | 68,950 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 23% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 15% | 8,150 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 15% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 8% | 154,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Isuzu Trooper recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: The left front brake lines were installed improperly at the assembly line resulting in insufficient clearance between the brake line and an upper control arm of the suspension.
Risk: The line can be damaged during vehicle operation and can result in brake fluid leakage, reduced brake effectiveness, and increased stopping distances.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the clearance between the brake line and the upper control arm. If the clearance is not according to specifications, the brake line will be replaced.
Suspension
Problem: These vehicles were manufactured without a lock washer and/or screws in the front hub.
Risk: The bearing adjustment nut can loosen, resulting in too much free play between the wheel and axle. The bearing can seize, causing the wheel to lock affecting vehicle directional control increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front hubs to determine if the lock washer and screws were properly installed. If not, they will make the necessary repairs.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
We bought a 1997 isuzu trooper in february of 2010 from a used dealer...the rear axle and the frame are severely rotted...the vehicle is unsafe and we have that in writing..what can we do?...we can't get our money back...the vehicle is not drivable....please help. *tr
Hydrolic lifters stick, very loud and noticable engine noise. They have stuck since shortly after purchase of vehicle. They unstick immediately after synthetic oil change, but only for a brief period of time.*ak dealership(s) used this window of time to thier advantage to avoid repairing vehicle…
During braking, with no gas pedal pressure being applied, engine continued at high rpms making braking difficult. Vehicle with no gas pedal pressure would proceed at 30 mph in drive position of auto trans. Upon exiting roadway, when appling gas pedal while in park position, and releasing peddle…
Clutch throwout bearing failed causing vehical to be inoperable stranding driver in traffic
Cutch failure causing vehicle to be inoperable stranding driver in traffic. Second clutch failure for this vehicle with in 37,000 miles of highway driving
Other Isuzu Trooper years
← 1996 Trooper · 1998 Trooper →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Trooper | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 Trooper | 29 | 1 |
| 2000 Trooper | 49 | 2 |
| 1999 Trooper | 81 | 0 |
| 1998 Trooper | 42 | 1 |
| 1997 | 13 | 2 |
| 1996 Trooper | 51 | 2 |
| 1995 Trooper | 54 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Isuzu Trooper?
Owners most often report power train, service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Isuzu Trooper?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Isuzu Trooper a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Trooper model years, the 1997 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.