1992 Isuzu Rodeo
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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
8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
REAR SEAT BELT FAILURE, SEAT BELT BECAME UNLATCH. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950313
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING DUE TO RESIDUE LEAKING ON LEFT ON THE ENGINE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950623
6% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHILE VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP FIRE CAME FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER HAD VEHICLE SERVICED, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE AGAIN.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020910
TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON PERIODICALLY, TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE, DROVE IT TO WORK, NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM HOOD, SUDDENLY VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960529
SAFETY TIMELINE
REAR AXLE FAILURE
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
1992 Isuzu Rodeo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E065000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Isuzu Rodeo reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Isuzu Rodeo is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Isuzu Rodeo?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 8% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Isuzu Rodeo have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.