Isuzu Rodeo Recalls

The Isuzu Rodeo has been recalled 12 times across the 1995, 1998–2004 model years. The most recent recall, from October 31, 2013, covers the rear. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Isuzu dealer.

12recalls
0do not drive / park outside
8model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Suspension
    325%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    217%
  • Air bags
    217%
  • Electrical system
    217%
  • Brakes
    18%
  • Body & structure
    18%
  • Other / not specified
    18%

2004 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (2)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 13V-547 · Oct 31, 2013 · 8,816 vehicles

Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Rodeo and Axiom, and 2003 Rodeo Sport vehicles that were originally sold in, or are currently registered in, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware,…

Remedy: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 05V-466 · Oct 7, 2005 · 15,515 vehicles

Certain sport utility vehicles that have been exposed to fuel contaminated with silicon May develop small pin holes in the fuel pump feed port. Silicon has been identified in the fuel systems of affected vehicles and in certain fuel available in the region of tyler, texas.

Remedy: For vehicles registered in the states identified above, dealers will provide a new cover over the existing feed port on the fuel pump or, if the existing feed port has already been damaged, dealers will install a new…

2003 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (3)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 13V-547 · Oct 31, 2013 · 8,816 vehicles

Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Rodeo and Axiom, and 2003 Rodeo Sport vehicles that were originally sold in, or are currently registered in, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware,…

Remedy: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 05V-466 · Oct 7, 2005 · 15,515 vehicles

Certain sport utility vehicles that have been exposed to fuel contaminated with silicon May develop small pin holes in the fuel pump feed port. Silicon has been identified in the fuel systems of affected vehicles and in certain fuel available in the region of tyler, texas.

Remedy: For vehicles registered in the states identified above, dealers will provide a new cover over the existing feed port on the fuel pump or, if the existing feed port has already been damaged, dealers will install a new…

Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › Lamp

NHTSA recall 03V-390 · Oct 10, 2003 · 55 vehicles

Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 101, "controls and displays." the brake warning lamp would not illuminate in the event of decreased brake fluid volume.

Remedy: The diodes have been replaced. All vehicles have been repaired.

2002 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (2)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 10V-436 · Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles

Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 Isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 Isuzu axiom vehicles, and Honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 Honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 05V-466 · Oct 7, 2005 · 15,515 vehicles

Certain sport utility vehicles that have been exposed to fuel contaminated with silicon May develop small pin holes in the fuel pump feed port. Silicon has been identified in the fuel systems of affected vehicles and in certain fuel available in the region of tyler, texas.

Remedy: For vehicles registered in the states identified above, dealers will provide a new cover over the existing feed port on the fuel pump or, if the existing feed port has already been damaged, dealers will install a new…

2001 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (4)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 10V-436 · Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles

Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 Isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 Isuzu axiom vehicles, and Honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 Honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Air bags › Frontal

NHTSA recall 02V-213 · Aug 9, 2002 · 15 vehicles

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

NHTSA recall 01V-055 · Feb 22, 2001 · 3 vehicles

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.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA recall 00V-298 · Oct 5, 2000 · 3,052 vehicles

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. During the manufacture of certain fuel return hoses, incorrect rubber material for the outer layer was used.

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.

2000 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (3)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 10V-436 · Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles

Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 Isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 Isuzu axiom vehicles, and Honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 Honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Air bags › Frontal

NHTSA recall 02V-213 · Aug 9, 2002 · 15 vehicles

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

NHTSA recall 01V-055 · Feb 22, 2001 · 3 vehicles

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.

1999 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (3)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 10V-436 · Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles

Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 Isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 Isuzu axiom vehicles, and Honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 Honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Structure › Body

NHTSA recall 00V121001 · Apr 28, 2000 · 45,252 vehicles

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the performance requirements of FMVSS no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

Remedy: Dealers will modify the interior of your vehicle.

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 00V-058 · Mar 2, 2000 · 213,736 vehicles

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Paint was applied unevenly on the rear axles, resulting in insufficient paint hardness. Should this occur on the surface that contacts the rear axle lower link bracket bolt head and/or nut, the nut May loosen.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear axle lower link joint nut and bolt.

1998 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (4)

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 10V-436 · Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles

Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 Isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 Isuzu axiom vehicles, and Honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 Honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound.

Suspension › Rear

NHTSA recall 00V-058 · Mar 2, 2000 · 213,736 vehicles

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Paint was applied unevenly on the rear axles, resulting in insufficient paint hardness. Should this occur on the surface that contacts the rear axle lower link bracket bolt head and/or nut, the nut May loosen.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear axle lower link joint nut and bolt.

Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood

NHTSA recall 98V-170 · Jul 24, 1998 · 55,475 vehicles

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. A ground connection terminal was not properly crimped in the supplier's engine wiring harness manufacturing line. This improper crimping process can leave an impression on the terminal that will eventually cause a stress fracture. S

Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these vehicles.

Unknown or other

NHTSA recall 97V206001 · Nov 13, 1997 · 233 vehicles

Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with a driver's side optional equipment rubber floor mat. Repeated movement of the driver's feet and actuation of the accelerator pedal can result in a shifting of the mat's position. This shifting can cause an interference with the accelerator pedal.

Remedy: Isuzu is asking for the return of the floor mat set and will reimburse owners for the cost of the rubber floor mat set along with any return shipping costs.

1995 Isuzu Rodeo recalls (1)

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

NHTSA recall 97V034001 · Mar 7, 1997 · 118,485 vehicles

An integrated circuit within the voltage regulator can contain manufacturing errors.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the voltage regulator with a new regulator.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Isuzu Rodeo have?

NHTSA lists 12 recalls for the Isuzu Rodeo across 8 model years.

How do I know if my Isuzu Rodeo has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

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.