Most common 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport problems
Share of the 14 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Isuzu Rodeo Sport complaints by model year
Best Rodeo Sport years: 2003, 1998, 2000. Years to avoid: 2001. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport:
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 axle addressed by Isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in…
What 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
On 2-2-05 I was invloved in a crash that was caused by a malfunction within a vehicle that I was driving. It was a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo. I had come to a stop, pulling into a parking space between two vehicles at a walgreens store in enid, oklahoma when suddenly the engine surged, the whole time I was fighting the acceleration with the brakes but they just made a noise similar to when you lock ABS breaks on ice. The vehicle struck a brick pillar that collapsed on top on the vehicle almost killing me and injuring my lower/middle back in the process.the tires continued to spin even after I exited the vehicle, I have photos for proof. I am filing a lawsuit against Isuzu motors of America for faulty products that resulted in the crash that almost took my life and injured my back. If you have any information please let me know. …
After confurring with many owners of a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo it is my consensus that there is a manufacturer malfunction with the fuel sending unit. Fuel sending unit is not working properly and causes the gas guage to read empty. Contacting Isuzu has done consumers no good since Isuzu denies any problem. However it is my understanding from a particular Isuzu mechanic that he repairs 3-4 sending units per day. I do not feel it is a consumers responsibility to pay an enormous service cost to fix a problem that we believe the manufacturers know about and have chosen not to recall.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport a good car?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1999 Rodeo Sport rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Rodeo Sport at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?
The fuel & propulsion system — 6 complaints, 43% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › fuel gauge system. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Isuzu Rodeo Sport?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003, 1998 and 2000. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001. See the full Isuzu Rodeo Sport years comparison.
At what mileage do 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 110,000 miles; 17% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.