Airbag complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo. The contact was driving approximately 35 MPH when the vehicle began to erroneously drift to one side. The contact lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle moved into the shoulder, crashing into the barrier wall abruptly. The contact was knocked unconscious and the contact's foot landed on the accelerator pedal as he lost consciousness.the contact was not aware as the vehicle continued to accelerate into oncoming traffic. The vehicle then crashed into a tree before flipping. The seat belts detached from its housing unit and the air bags never deployed. The contact sustained severe injuries to the head, face, pelvis and spine. A passenger was also injured and both the contact and the passenger were transported to the hospital. A police report was filed of the incident and the vehicle was destroyed. The failure and the current mileage was 150,000.
Takata air bag, my 2002 Rodeo airbag light is on, on the dashboard, I called the dealer and they said its not part of the recalls, it is a vehicle made by Honda and should be covered under the recalls, its the same vehicle as the Honda passport just a different yr and its a florida registered automobile, how can I get help with this airbag problem, I shouldnt have to pay for the repairs due to defects and recalls.
I hit another vehicle from behind (the front right, driver's side of my vehicle struck the right rear of the other vehicle) at about 30 miles per hour. Because my airbag failed to deploy, I suffered bilateral jaw fractures and lacerations to the inside and outside of my lower lip area where my teeth went through my skin (10-12 sutures were needed on the inside and outside for this laceration) and another 15 sutures were needed to repair a laceration resulting from the inside of my mouth ripping apart where the lower gums meet the skin of my chin. Because the impact of the accident was enough to total my vehicle right at the driver's area where I was seated, I believe the airbag was defective since it should have deployed and protected my face from these injuries.
Tl contact owns a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo. While driving 65 MPH with the cruise control activated, the contact was involved in a high impact vehicle crash. The median on the highway sustained property damage. The vehicle was destroyed. The air bags failed to deploy. The dealer has not been notified. The contact sustained moderate injuries to his neck and shoulders. A police report was filed. The current and failure mileages were 97,000. The consumer provided pictures of the vehicle. Updated 09/06/07
Tl* the contact owned a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. While driving 25 MPH, the contact became distracted and crossed the yellow lane lines. In an attempt to avoid an oncoming vehicle, the contact jerked the vehicle to the side and caused the vehicle to rollover. The vehicle crashed into three trees and rolled off a cliff. In addition, the contact stated that the seat belt failed to retract and caused the contact to be thrown around inside the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a fractured sternum, a concussion, and injuries to the right knee that required medical attention. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed and deemed destroyed. The failure mileage was 150,000. The VIN was unavailable.
I was in an accident on July 20,2006. A girl ran a red light and I hit her in the passenger side of her car head on with my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. It was a full frontal collision for me and my children. Luckily , we are always buckled up because none of my airbags deployed at all. The other car was going about 60 MPH and her airbag deployed when I hit her but mine did not. Luckily, my children were not hurt badly but unfortunately, I sustained neck, back and knee injuries. I was and still am very upset that my airbags failed. Even the owner of the body shop I use was in shock that they did not deploy as the impact was enough to split the frame of my Rodeo and total it out. I will not buy another Isuzu and I will also not recommend them to my family or friends in the future. Thank you for your time, I hope I can help another family from getting injured.
The contact owns a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo. The contact stated that after he started the vehicle, the horn started to sound independently. The contact stated that he had to temporarily remove the fuse for the horn from the steering wheel. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Tl*- the contact owns a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo, and stated that while driving on the road at 30 MPH the vehicle in front of the contact's vehicle slammed the brakes suddenly, causing the contact to do the same. The contact stated that the vehicle had severe damage in the front. Upon impaqct, the airbags did not deploy. There were no warning lights concerning the airbags before and subsequent to the accident. The contact could provide picture if needed. The failure mileage was 96,371 miles.
Related recalls (2)
Air bags › Frontal
On certain sport utility vehicles, the passenger-side air bag inflator modules were manufactured and shipped without a necessary component known as a check valve pin.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag. Owner notification is expected to begin during August or September 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not…
Air bags › Frontal
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles were built with the inflators in the passenger side air bag modules having the wrong amount of generant.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag unit.
Frequently asked questions
Which Isuzu Rodeo years have airbag problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 1998 (16), 1995 (15), 1997 (13), 1999 (13) and 1996 (11) model years. Airbag complaints make up 3% of all complaints for the 1998.
Is there a recall for Isuzu Rodeo airbag problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 02V-213 (frontal, Aug 9, 2002); 01V-055 (frontal, Feb 22, 2001). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Isuzu Rodeo airbag problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 124,000 miles; 16% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the frontal (64 mentions), followed by the side/window (1).
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.