MYRModel Year Report

2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport

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2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:28:47.649Z

Only 23 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 23 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 Rodeo Sport Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 14 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaints 2003
2002: 23 complaints
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YearComplaints
19988
199914
200012
200149
200223
20031

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

5 of 23 total reports mention: suspension.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ISUZU RODEO SPORT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180129

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ISUZU RODEO SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSION HEARD AS THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120509

SUSPENSION

4 of 23 total reports mention: suspension.

STRUCTURE

3 of 23 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH
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THE STABILIZER FELL OFF THE VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS ON THE ROAD. LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AT THAT POINT, NEARLY AVOIDED HITTING A LOGGING TRUCK, ENDED UP IN A DITCH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100825

STRUCTURE

2 of 23 total reports mention: structure.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 ISUZU RODEO SPORT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180129

VISIBILITY

1 of 23 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20051125 — fuel system, gasoline

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 AFFE

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 WI

Campaign 05V466000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20090616 — PE (closed 20091208)

REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE

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

2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V466000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V306000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport have?

2 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.