1991 Isuzu Rodeo

▲ Better than typical

1991 Isuzu Rodeo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:01:31.398Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1991: 42 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1990	0
1991	42
1992	80
1993	34
1994	82
1995	176
1996	97
1997	118
1998	478
1999	550
2000	274
2001	389
2002	101
2003	16
2004	39
2008	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY

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TRANSMISSION FIRE, CAUSING INJURY. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO LEAKAGE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE AND SPRAYED ON DRIVER CAUSING 2ND DEGREE BURNS TO FACE AND ARMS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950126

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 12%

12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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COMING OFF OF THE INTWERSTATE, THE EMGINE COUGHT ON FIRE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. A FIRE TRUCK HAD TO PUT THE FLAMES OUT. THE CAR WAS TOTALED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030220

ENGINE FIRE. *DSH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

SEAT BELTS 10%

10% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 7%

7% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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COMING OFF OF THE INTWERSTATE, THE EMGINE COUGHT ON FIRE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. A FIRE TRUCK HAD TO PUT THE FLAMES OUT. THE CAR WAS TOTALED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030220

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19910717 — power train

THE TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL GAUGES (DIP STICKS) INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES ARE NOT TO DESIGNED SPECIFICATIONS. THE GAUGE INDICATES THAT TRANSMISSION FLUID SHOULD BE ADDED WHEN IT IS AT THE CORRECT L

Remedy: REPLACE OIL LEVEL GAUGE AND NOTIFY OWNERS TO USE ONLY THE SPECIFIED AMOUNT OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID.

Campaign 91V118000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950802)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 20060731 — exterior lighting

CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE RE

Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

Campaign 06E065000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Isuzu Rodeo — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 91V118000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 06E065000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1993 ▲ 2004 ● 1994

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ■ 1998 ■ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo 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.