2004 Isuzu Axiom
Only 17 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2004
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 123 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 17 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
9 of 17 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
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We have owned our Axiom for 3 months, after approx 1000 miles we noticed that when starting the car occasionally right after the vehicle started it would buck, back fire,smoke and have no power at all for approx the first 1-2 minutes of running.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-26
After driving vehicle and stopping for 1 hour; when restarting, the engine stalls after driving a short distance. When I pulled out into traffic, nearly had a major accident when the engine stalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-06-12
Engine
4 of 17 total reports mention: engine.
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The car was being pulled into the garage and the brake had been applied. The engine accelerated uncontrollably and the car sped up hitting the main support for the house and damaging the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-22
Also filed under Service brakes
Electrical system
3 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
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PCM or powertrain control module error. Obd2 code P0602. As a result was shut off vehicle's all power, all dash light icons were on suddenly. First ABS and then air bag, brake, battery, check engine etc.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-03
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 17 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 17 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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I was going to work and was pulling into a fenced in parking area, going approx. 10 MPH. I gave the car a little gas and the accelerator stuck and the car took off like a bullet.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-24
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2005-11-25Fuel system, gasoline05V466000 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…
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…
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2013-12-13Suspension13V547000 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…
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…
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2018-05-23Defect petitionClosed 2020-03-05 Fuel Tank Retention Failure
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Isuzu Axiom — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V466000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 13V547000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Isuzu Axiom 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 2004 Isuzu Axiom?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Isuzu Axiom have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.