Most common 1995 Isuzu Rodeo problems
Share of the 176 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Isuzu Rodeo complaints by model year
Best Rodeo years: 2003, 2004, 2002. Years to avoid: 1999, 1998, 2001, 2000, 1995. Compare all years →
1995 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (1)
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
An integrated circuit within the voltage regulator can contain manufacturing errors.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the voltage regulator with a new regulator.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo:
Brush/grille guard campaign
Addition information is needed to fully understand the nature and circumstances of the subject bulletin.loss of an item this size would have safety cosequences.this sq is opened to learn more about this issue.
What 1995 Isuzu Rodeo owners say
Wheels & tires all 35 →
Myself and 4 others were northbound on I-35 near overland park, kansas, when the right rear tire of the vehicle suddenly failed. The tread separated from the core, and the steel belted cords separated. There were no adverse driving conditions at the time of the accident. We were not speeding, and the temperatures were not extreme. The tread depth was 11/32 at the time of the accident, which is like new. The tire failure resulted in significant property damage, extreme physical injuries and death.( dot number: vd66yfn tire size: 30x9.5r15 )
Long before the trouble with Bridgestone/Firestone, I called the company to report my tires riding and sounding bad. They were shipped from the factory as being out of round and the Firestone on austin peay in memphis tn refuse to help and I was told to take my truck there. I offer to pay the different in cost because I did not report it sooner. Please help me in getting new tires. This is the sole vehicle for my family. I am a believer of Bridgestone/Firestone and I for one will not give up on them. They are correcting the error in tire making and replacing all tires and I think that is great. Please contact me: cleophus b lane, 4019 s lakewood dr, memphis tn 38128. I had my tires checked out Sunday and they are effected and the threads will be coming off soon. There is a line of cracks all the way around the tire and if the threads are coming off. …
Brakes all 22 →
My son was driving his 1995 Isuzu Rodeo on a wet road. He was not speeding and was not driving beyond the road condition. He applied the brakes as he was approaching a stop sign and the brakes subsequently locked up. The car started skidding and the vehicle slid into the northbound lane of hwy 603. He was struck on the driver s door by a northbound vehicle and was sent into a spin, partially airborne and thrown into the southbound lane. As a result, a southbound vehicle struck him. The resulting three-car accident resulted in the death of the southbound driver and premature delivery of her 8-month-old son and injuries to the northbound vehicle s driver. My son was not injured in the accident.
Consumer was traveling about 40 MPH, upon making a sudden stop, the anti-lock brakes locked up, causing consumer to have an accident. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to find the problem.
Body & structure all 22 →
Frame is rusted completely into from just in front of the shock mounts on the rear of my 1995 Isuzu Rodeo. The rear shocks went through the frame an cut the lines to the fuel pump an shorted it an it does not work now. We wrecked ran in a ditch an now can not drive it.we are now down to one vehicle an my wife has to get a ride from work from her dad.
The engine made a loud noise. At 10K miles, the noise was noticeable. The technicians stated the problem was normal and there was no problem. The noise gradually worsened. A buzz noise was heard when making the left turn signal was used. The combo switch was replaced due to a short. Also the heater blower motor made a noise as well. The engine smoked at times, died and when restarted it did not run properly. The sunroof drains were draining into the rocker panels and caused water to overflow onto the driver's floor. The trim panel on the rear door was deformed. Scc
1995 Isuzu Rodeo engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 16 / 20 / 18 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 18 / 16 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 15 / 18 / 16 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 15 / 18 / 16 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 17 / 15 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo a good car?
Based on 176 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Rodeo rates use caution: 1.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the Rodeo at the same age. It is one of the Rodeo years we suggest avoiding. 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 1995 Isuzu Rodeo?
The wheels & tires — 35 complaints, 20% of all complaints for this model year, most often about lugs/nuts/bolts/studs. Next are the brakes (22) and body & structure (22).
How many recalls does the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo have?
There is 1 recall for the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo, the most recent from March 7, 1997 (alternator/generator/regulator). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Isuzu Rodeo?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003, 2004 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1999, 1998, 2001, 2000 and 1995. See the full Isuzu Rodeo years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Isuzu Rodeo problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 117,000 miles; 6% 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.