1996 ISUZU RODEO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

121

Owner Complaints

22 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Deaths

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

3

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1996 ISUZU RODEO

The 1996 ISUZU RODEO has received a total of 121 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Isuzu Motors Limited for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds (18 complaints), Air Bagsfrontal (9 complaints), and Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (9 complaints).

Recalls for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO, potentially affecting up to 3,593 vehicles.

Recall 06E065000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 3,593 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

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Owner Complaints for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO

121 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 18
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 9 9 Crashes 5 Injuries 1 Death
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 9
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Wheels
Complaints: 5
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 3
Suspension
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Air Bags
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 2
Steering
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 2 Injuries 1 Death
Structure
Complaints: 2
Structurebody
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 2
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 3 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Train
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Seats
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilockabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
Wheelshub
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11221004 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
TAKATA RECALL INESPERADAMENTE SE ACTIVO LA BOLSA DE AIRE DEL CHOFER QUEMANDO LOS BRAZOS Y LA BARRIGA DE MI ESPOSA , ELLA SINTIO UN OLOR FUERTE A CABLE QUEMADO PENSO QUE VENIA DEL EXTERIOR Y SACO SU CARA HACIA FUERA , Y CASI EN EL INSTANTA EXPLOTO LA SBOLSA YO SALI CORRIENDO Y LA VI LLENA DE UN POLVO BLANCO Y SUS BRAZOS QUEMADOS ,DAMOS GRACIAS A DIOS QUE TENIA LA CARA POR LA VENTANA , DE LO CONTRARIO LE HUVIESE QUEMADO EL REOSTRO ,EL VEHICULO ESTABA PARADO DESPUES DE DAR RIVERSA
#11221004 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
TAKATA RECALL INESPERADAMENTE SE ACTIVO LA BOLSA DE AIRE DEL CHOFER QUEMANDO LOS BRAZOS Y LA BARRIGA DE MI ESPOSA , ELLA SINTIO UN OLOR FUERTE A CABLE QUEMADO PENSO QUE VENIA DEL EXTERIOR Y SACO SU CARA HACIA FUERA , Y CASI EN EL INSTANTA EXPLOTO LA SBOLSA YO SALI CORRIENDO Y LA VI LLENA DE UN POLVO BLANCO Y SUS BRAZOS QUEMADOS ,DAMOS GRACIAS A DIOS QUE TENIA LA CARA POR LA VENTANA , DE LO CONTRARIO LE HUVIESE QUEMADO EL REOSTRO ,EL VEHICULO ESTABA PARADO DESPUES DE DAR RIVERSA
#10594406 | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS | | 153,213 miles
THE FRAME OF THIS VEHICLE IS RUSTED EXCESSIVELY AND IS DEEMED BY QUALIFIED MECHANICS AS NOT ROADWORTHY. ALL OTHER PARTS OF THE VEHICLE WORK PROPERLY AND THE VEHICLE STILL LOOKS GREAT. *TR
#10594406 | SUSPENSION | | 153,213 miles
THE FRAME OF THIS VEHICLE IS RUSTED EXCESSIVELY AND IS DEEMED BY QUALIFIED MECHANICS AS NOT ROADWORTHY. ALL OTHER PARTS OF THE VEHICLE WORK PROPERLY AND THE VEHICLE STILL LOOKS GREAT. *TR
#10460852 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 166,000 miles
EFFECTIVE PART: THE 2 MAIN FRAMES ARE RUST OUT AND COULD BREAK AT ANYTIME. WE BELIEVE ONE OF THE REASONS WHY THE FRAMES ARE DETERIORATING IS FROM SALT DURING THE WINTER. DO TO THE COMPANY BAD FRAMING. *TR

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Safety Rating for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1996 ISUZU RODEO in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO

Isuzu Motors Limited has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

SB9711L004 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

1995.5 - 1996 RODEO (UC) FRONT/REAR DOORS DO NOT LOCK WITH POWER LOCK BUTTON/KEYLESS ENTRY; DOORS LOCK MANUALLY WITH LOCK KNOB/KEY. *TW

SB9710L001 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

1995.5 - 1997 RODEO (UC) INSTRUMENT HARNESS CHAFING/DAMAGE AT STEERING REINFORCEMENT. *TW

SB9709L002 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

1996-97 RODEO (UC) ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WHILE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN; ABS DTC 32 AND/OR 33 SETS. *TW

NHTSA Investigations for the 1996 ISUZU RODEO

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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