1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck
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.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 3 |
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.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2005-07-28
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, 2005-07-26
Wheels
1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2012-03-22
Also filed under Suspension and structure
Visibility
1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.
Show complaint excerpts
Windshield wipers worked intermittently. *ak same problem as recall #03V210.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-12
Suspension
1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
Buy-smart checklist
1998 Isuzu Isuzu Truck — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
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 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.