1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, other
4 of 14 total reports mention: fuel system, other, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control and gasoline.
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I have contacted the company 10 times to fix the recall problems with my auto but no one has even bothered to follow up or give the info I need. My auto is falling apart with defects and Isuzu seems to not care.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-27
Structure
3 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and body.
Service brakes
2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing air.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle surged forward and the brakes engaged independently. The contact mentioned that there was a sudden increase of engine rpms and the brake light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-10
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 14 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.
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On 2-2-05 I was invloved in a crash that was caused by a malfunction within a vehicle that I was driving. It was a 1999 Isuzu rodeo.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-14
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2009-06-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-12-08 Rear suspension lower link failure
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, other: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport 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 Rodeo Sport?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, other, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Isuzu Rodeo Sport 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.