MYRModel Year Report

1999 Isuzu Amigo

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1999 Isuzu Amigo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:14:56.221Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Isuzu Amigo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1989: 1 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 70 complaints 1999 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002
1999: 70 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
19860
19871
19891
19905
19915
19926
19932
19945
19971
199878
199970
200010
20010
20021

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 21%

21% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 15 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE EQUIPMENT ON 1999 ISUZU AMIGO.*MR THE CONSUMER STATED AS SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES TO STOP AT A LIGHT, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND, WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO REAR END THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031210

A VEHICLE STOPED IN FRONT OF ME, I HIT THE BRAKES, HEARD A GRINDING NOISE NEAR THE BRAKE PEDAL, HIT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. THERE WERE NO SKID MARKS AT THE SCENE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000928

THE ABS SYSTEM IN MY TRUCK ENGAGES AT TIMES WHEN IT SHOULD NOT AND DRAMATICALLY REDUCES STOPPING DISTANCE. ON SEPT 6TH THIS RESULTED IN MY CRASHING INTO A LIGHT POLE CAUSING SOME MAJOR DAMAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000928

SUSPENSION 14%

14% of complaints: suspension — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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CONTACT WAS DRIVING DOWN A SIDE ROAD AT 20MPH WHEN THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD CLUNK AND IMMEDIATELY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120426

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 ISUZU AMIGO. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE VEHICLE, AND NOTICED THE SUSPENSION ON THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE HAD RUSTED OFF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191223

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 ISUZU AMIGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL AND WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120313

SUSPENSION 10%

10% of complaints: suspension — 7 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 7%

7% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 7%

7% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19990331 — EA (closed 20020731)

BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS

R 20000331 — suspension

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 LOW

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE LOWER LINK JOINT NUT AND BOLT.

Campaign 00V058000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010622 — engine and engine cooling

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1998-2000 RODEO (UE) AND AMIGO (UA) MODELS E

Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE TO DETERMINE THE CONDITION OF THE TIMING BELT AND TENSIONER. THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE TIMING BELT. DEPENDING ON THE CONDITION OR MODEL OF THE TIMING BELT TENSIONER

Campaign 01I002000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030714 — service brakes, hydraulic

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS), THE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES IN CERTAIN TYPES OF BRAKING EVENTS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A REPLACEMENT COMPUTER ALGORITHM FOR THE ABS THAT IS BASED ON THE ALGORITHM USED IN ISUZU'S MY 2000 AND 2001 VEHICLES, WHICH HAVE NOT HAD THE PROBLEM. THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE CONDU

Campaign 02I002000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20120726 — suspension

ISUZU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998-2000 AMIGO AND MODEL YEAR 2001-2002 RODEO SPORT VEHICLES, THAT WERE ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR ARE CURRENTLY REGISTERED, IN THE STATES OF MAINE, NEW HAMPSHIRE, VERM

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. FOR VEHICLES IN WHI

Campaign 12V306000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Isuzu Amigo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V058000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01I002000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02I002000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V306000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Isuzu Amigo reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Isuzu Amigo?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Isuzu Amigo have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.