2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. Newest first.
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. during the manufacture of certain fuel return hoses, incorrect rubber material for the outer layer was used.
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if the vehicle was equipped with an incorrect hose. if it IS incorrect, dealers will replace it.
Owner complaints
49 complaints3 involved a crash4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension › Rear
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 repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.
- Structure › Body
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 the issue. The failure mileage was 180,000.
- Structure › Body · Suspension
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…
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 frame had a tendency to fail so they were being replaced with stainless steel hardware. When I got the truck back the new shiny bolts and nuts were visible externally and I was assured that my truck was not that bad and it was just a precautionary measure. I was told the frame was in pretty good shape and that they applied some anti-rust treatment to the areas and for added strength, 2 reinforcement bars were bolted to the sides of the frame ( this was dome and verified visually by me ). About two years later, while having my exhaust manifold replaced due to excessive rot, I was informed that my frame was not safe because it was almost completely rotten in numerous areas and told that whoever tried to fix it knew that it was in terrible shape and simply put a band=aid on it and hit it with some anti-rust paint to make it look better. Just the frame was rotting, not the body or other parts. The official tsb apparently to shore up the frame by bolting two steel bars along the sides, unless the frame IS so rotted out that it has to be replaced. So if I had not garaged my truck and been extra careful about washing the undercarriage, I could have gotten a brand-new frame, (or a trip to the emergency room if the frame broke while I was driving at almost any speed never mind highway speed). I am the original owner of this truck and have followed all tsb/recalls and recommended maintenance schedules. I love the truck, but I need it to be safe and very soon it may not pass safety inspection in my state. I have read about many people trying push for some sort of legal action on this. *tr
- Suspension
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…
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 corroded completely through allowing trailing arm bushing mounting bracket to completely separate from frame. Low mileage (considering year) well cared for vehicle in otherwise good condition. Have sense learned this to be an all too common problem known by oem but not by secondary buyers, these vehicles should not be on road. Less than a years use from this vehicle after loan/purchase. *tr
- Structure › Body
The frame IS so badly rotted out that it won't pass a safety inspection . *tr
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
Eroding frame underneath car. My car shakes and squeaks horribly! My car IS so badly rusted that I have holes and I can see through the car underneath! *tr
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated while the vehicle was being inspected rust was found around the frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. The current approximate mileage was 140,000.
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated that after receiving notification of nhtsa campaign I.D. 10V436000 (suspension:rear), the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. After inspecting the vehicle, the dealer advised the contact that the rust on the frame was…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated that after receiving notification of nhtsa campaign I.D. 10V436000 (suspension:rear), the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. After inspecting the vehicle, the dealer advised the contact that the rust on the frame was too excessive and could not be repaired. In addition, the dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 53,123.
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension · Wheels
I had a mechanic look at my truck because of an exhaust leak, while inspecting, he found a break/separation of the right frame where the forward mounting rear suspension bracket attaches. The left side of the frame IS also rotted but not yet broken. I took it to an isuzu dealer in massachusetts, &…
I had a mechanic look at my truck because of an exhaust leak, while inspecting, he found a break/separation of the right frame where the forward mounting rear suspension bracket attaches. The left side of the frame IS also rotted but not yet broken. I took it to an isuzu dealer in massachusetts, & they took pictures of the problem, then reported it to isuzu. I called isuzu's (800) help line to ask what they could do to repair my truck, they said nothing, they were not recalling that particular truck model but took my information. *tr
- Suspension › Rear
2001 isuzu rodeo sport. Consumer states corrosion frame cracks *tgw the consumer stated a recall was issued for the 4-door models, but not the 2-door models. *Jb updated 07/03/12 the consumer wanted to know why the manufacturer was allowed to limit its fix of vehicle's regarding the recall. Updated consumer letter 06/29/12*jb updated 05/25/12
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. While stopped at a traffic stop, the contact attempted to accelerate when she noticed that the rear wheels began to shake and the steering wheel became uncontrollable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. The mechanic…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. While stopped at a traffic stop, the contact attempted to accelerate when she noticed that the rear wheels began to shake and the steering wheel became uncontrollable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. The mechanic stated that the rear control arm was fractured and the frame was corroded. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign ID number: 10v436000 (suspension:rear) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included in the recall. The recall did not include the isuzu sport. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.
- Suspension
While driving on the toll road @ approx. 55 mph, the rear suspension snapped and the vehicle began to fishtail. luckily, I was able to slow down and regain control of the vehicle. I was able to proceed at approx 20 mph and exit the toll road. upon parking, I was able to examine the rear and saw…
While driving on the toll road @ approx. 55 mph, the rear suspension snapped and the vehicle began to fishtail. luckily, I was able to slow down and regain control of the vehicle. I was able to proceed at approx 20 mph and exit the toll road. upon parking, I was able to examine the rear and saw that the complete rear suspension was rusted through and the drivers side snapped off. after having two mechanics look over the vehicle, we are being told it IS not repairable. we also just purchased this vehicle used approx 3 months ago and are not sure what the next step should be. after doing some investigation online, I found that this was a recall and should have been fixed by the previous owners and now the recall time period has lapsed. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Cracked fuel delivery hose, serious leakage of gas over dangerously hot exhaust pipes. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension
Rear suspension mount fell off due to rusted frame. isuzu owner support: using misdirection and strong arm tactics to delay and avoid resolution of nhtsa safety recall. Unethical practice. filing small claims suit. *tr
- Suspension · Suspension › Rear
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. While driving approximately 30 mph, the contact noticed that the steering wheel began to sway from left to right and a noise was heard from the rear of the vehicle. The contact was able to stop the vehicle and noticed a bracket hanging from the rear…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. While driving approximately 30 mph, the contact noticed that the steering wheel began to sway from left to right and a noise was heard from the rear of the vehicle. The contact was able to stop the vehicle and noticed a bracket hanging from the rear suspension. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home and was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 139,000. updated 11/03/11*lj uddated 03/08/12
- Structure › Frame and members
The recall on the isuzu rodeos does not cover frame rot, just the "rear suspension lower link bracket area" which IS outrageous, my car has frame rot from the front tires all the way to the back, you can poke your finger through to the other side, and it crumbles like bread. What's the point of fixing the bracket if the entire frame IS falling off in pieces? Does that make it any safer? *tr
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph an unknown noise was heard and the vehicle lost control. While pulling the vehicle into a parking space, the entire passenger side suspension collapsed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph an unknown noise was heard and the vehicle lost control. While pulling the vehicle into a parking space, the entire passenger side suspension collapsed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the stabilizer bar was completely rusted off of the frame. The manufacturer was notified, but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 113,414.
- Structure › Frame and members
TL* the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo. the contact stated that the front right frame was covered with rust. the dealer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who informed the contact that the vehicle was not repairable. the current and failure mileages were 105,000.
- Fuel system, other
My 2001 rodeo sport failed the illinois air team test. It failed on codes: p0446 and p0463. These codes are both isuzu rodeo sport recalls. The fuel tank needs to be replaced, pumps can start car on fire. The isuzu dealers say there IS not a recall! I have the recall # 66026. It clearly states the…
My 2001 rodeo sport failed the illinois air team test. It failed on codes: p0446 and p0463. These codes are both isuzu rodeo sport recalls. The fuel tank needs to be replaced, pumps can start car on fire. The isuzu dealers say there IS not a recall! I have the recall # 66026. It clearly states the dealers will inspect the vehicle and must provide a remedy at no cost to owner.... Please help me....no one want to repair this for me and it a safety issue! *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Isuzu rodeo frame IS completely rotted . The isuzu corp want to fix with rear brackets this will not fix the SUV needs a whole new frame one that IS made out of good steel and inclosed and coated . Not ispectable in my state . We want a refund that IS comparable to the real kelly blue book value. *ln
- Structure · Structure › Frame and members · Suspension › Rear
I own a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport with about 144,000 miles on it which I purchased new in july 2001. The rear section of the frame IS rusted through on both sides in some areas and the lower link supports are also rusting off. I called isuzu motors america owners relation department (800) 255-6727 and…
I own a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport with about 144,000 miles on it which I purchased new in july 2001. The rear section of the frame IS rusted through on both sides in some areas and the lower link supports are also rusting off. I called isuzu motors america owners relation department (800) 255-6727 and spoke to karen who indicated that she IS their 'national operations manager' in anaheim ca. (Karen would not provide her last name, stating that she IS the only karen employed by isuzu(?), nor would she allow me to speak to anyone else when I asked). Karen informed me that isuzu along with the nhtsa have decided that their recall campaign # 10v436000 does not include rodeo sports, even though the sport IS listed on the odi report. (Nhtsa action number pe09030). She stated that the frames are different on the rodeo sport vs. The regular rodeo (i also own a 2003 rodeo LS). When I asked her what the difference was, she could not tell me. When I asked her what the difference in materials used was, she could not tell me. She pretty much was not caring of my complaint and did nothing more than taking my name and telling me that she'll open a file and telling me not to expect anything else to happen. I see that there are other complaints here for the same issue on rodeo sports and wonder why nothing has been done about this. Why are they only covering the rodeo and not the rodeo sport?? The whole excuse about different frames IS a moot point since the rodeo sport frame IS also rusting through. Why do we, as consumers have to lose the use of our vehicles because of poor quality materials used in the construction of the vehicle by the manufacturer. I have maintained my rodeo sport very well and expected to drive it at least 200,000 miles or more. I feel that this IS a known safety issue that should be addressed in the interest of us consumers by isuzu and the nhtsa. I hope to hear back about a suitable resolution soon. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
I owned a 2001 isuzu rodeo that I just had to get rid of because of the frame rotting in half. I am now in a situation where I have to have car payment. had it not been for the frame, I would still have the isuzu because mechanically it was fine but imagine my horror when the garage told me I could not drive the car because of the frame rotting in half. *Tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 isuzu rodeo sport. The vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance where she was informed that the frame underneath the vehicle was covered with rust and that the vehicle should not be driven. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 94,910.
- Structure › Frame and members
Frame deterioration reported by my mechanic, steps were taken to reinforce the frame. at my own expense. *Tr
- Structure › Frame and members
2001 rodeo LS with significant frame rust....i have never seen so much rust....this IS a huge safety issue that needs to be addressed now. *Tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Rear suspension lower link failure
During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear…
During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. Isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation isuzu noted lower link separation from the frame IS a progressive corrosion issue with prior warning to consumers.isuzu also stated that in the event of a lower link separation from the frame, the vehicle IS still controllable and can be safely stopped. The office of defect investigation (odi) analyzed complaint data provided by isuzu and america honda motor company, inc (honda), as well as vehicle owner questionnaires submitted to odi from consumers.in total, there were 60 unique reports of lower link separations from the frame including 1 alleged crash and 7 loss of vehicle control incidents that may be related to the alleged defect.most of these complaints indicated that there was no warning prior to the link separation.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea09-018) to further assess the scope, frequency and risk to motor vehicle safety of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10237146This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio or other component covered by this bulletin is repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio and component repairs not covered under warranty. Contact Alpine directly for pricing and payment methods applicable to radio and component repairs not covered under warranty.
- 10218932Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts Warranty claim payments and/or claim chargeback. This bulletin was revised to add a Parts Warranty Form
- 10218927Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts Warranty claim payments and/or claim chargeback.
- 10217004The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic support to Isuzu dealer technicians repairing Isuzu vehicles in and out of vehicle warranty. A TAC case number will be issued solely for information tracking purposes and future contact reference.
- 10217001The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various Isuzu Workshop Manuals and bulletins. If a Threebond product is unavailable, we recommend that you utilize the chart below to find equivalent of similar products (when available) from Loctite and Permatex.
- 10022539Rear brake rotors.
- 10015817Shift lock solenoid removal and replacement procedures. 2002-2004 isuzu axiom (up), 198-2004 rodeo (ue) and 1998-2004 rodeo sport. Update
- 10003040Poor and/or loose door weatherstrip position.
- 10001772Throttle body mounting bolt torque specifications.
- 633944Replacement odometer programing.
- 633926Door check arm popping sound.
- 628987Subject regarding carb obd II evaporative leak diagnosis regulation emissions campaign o1e-001.
- 622229Some engines may ocassionally experience idle fluctuation and / or the malfunction indicator lamp will illuminate because an accelerator position sensor (aps) diagnostic trouble code p1271, p1273, p1275, p1280, or p1285 IS set.
- 621373Subject regarding drum brake adjustment procedure.
- 621366Service information regarding diagnostic trouble code p1340 ion sensing module cylinder ID fault.
- 621364Some vehicles built prior to vin breakpoint 14327313 may experience mud flap interference causing a rubbing sound when making a turn.
- 621348Information regarding sector shaft alignment on the steering rack assembly.
- 621343Subject regarding p0337 crankshaft position sensor circuit low input correction.
- 619828Some owners may comment on loud door check arm popping sound when opening and closing the door.
- 619827Service information regarding diagnostic trouble code p1340 ion sensing module cylinder ID fault.
- 619824Information bulletin containing quick reference guide corrections for various 2001 model year vehicles including the 2002 model year axiom.
- 615675Information bulletin regarding rodeo and amigo / rodeo sport hvac operation update for vehicles with factory installed air conditioning only.
- 614930This information bulletin IS to inform you the vehicle tire pressure IS increased for vehicle shipping.
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