MYRModel Year Report

1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck

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1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:56:58.993Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Isuzu Isuzu Truck Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 1 complaints 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1998: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19862
19905
19912
19921
19943
19952
19963
19984
19997
20003
20015
20021
20033

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

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CURRENTLY OWN A 1998 ISUZU TROOPER. WAS PURCHASED USED FROM THE DEALER AT 82,000 MILES. CURRENTLY HAS 120,000 MILES ON THE CAR. SINCE PURCHASE VEHICLE HAS NOT HELD ITS COMPLETE CAPACITY OF OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050728

EXCESSIVE OIL USAGE IN A 1998 ISUZU TROOPER WITH 61,000 MILES. HAVING TO ADD 1 QT./500 MILES. ISUZU SAID THEY COULD NOT HELP ME EVEN THOUGH, I HAVE FOUND OUT, IT IS A MUCH DOCUMENTED PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050726

WHEELS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.

CRASH
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AFTER DROPPING MY DAUGHTER OFF AND ON MY WAY TO WORK DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT 55 MPH IN THE FAR RIGHT LANE A SEMI TRUCK PASSED ME ON THE LEFT THROWING OFF A GUST OF WIND AT WHICH POINT THE FORWARD MOUNTING POINT BRACKET ON THE REAR LEFT TIRE CAME...

NHTSA ODI report, 20120322

Also filed under SUSPENSION and STRUCTURE

VISIBILITY

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. *AK SAME PROBLEM AS RECALL #03V210. *SC *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20040412

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH
STRUCTURE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck 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 1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.