MYRModel Year Report

1994 Isuzu Rodeo

● Typical for this model
1994 Isuzu Rodeo
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:42:37.568Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Isuzu Rodeo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1994 highlighted. 1991: 44 complaints 1991 1992: 81 complaints 1993: 34 complaints 1993 1994: 90 complaints 1994 1995: 177 complaints 1995 1996: 97 complaints 1997: 118 complaints 1997 1998: 478 complaints 1999: 550 complaints 1999 2000: 274 complaints 2001: 389 complaints 2001 2002: 101 complaints 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 39 complaints 2008: 1 complaints 2008
1994: 90 complaints
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YearComplaints
19900
199144
199281
199334
199490
1995177
199697
1997118
1998478
1999550
2000274
2001389
2002101
200316
200439
20081

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 20%

20% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

POWER TRAIN 18%

18% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

CRASH INJURY
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AUTO-TRANSMISSION; WHEN LEFT IN IDLE IN PARK, VEHICLE BEGAN TO MOVE BACKWARDS DUE TO GEAR SHIFT POPPED IN REVERSE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950825

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16%

16% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE
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ABOUT TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER WINDOWS ON MY RODEO SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING SO WE TOOK THE CONTROL OUT THINKING THAT MAYBE THE WIRES VIBRATED LOOSE OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061014

Also filed under VISIBILITY

WHEELS 11%

11% of complaints: wheels — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs and multi piece.

SERVICE BRAKES 11%

11% of complaints: service brakes — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19940714 — engine and engine cooling

CONSTANT EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSES THE CAMSHAFT SEAL END PLUG CAN BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD. THIS ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE CAMSHAFT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL CAMSHAFT END SEAL PLUG RETAINER PLATES.

Campaign 94V132000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19960110 — SQ (open)

BRUSH/GRILLE GUARD CAMPAIGN

R 19961125 — seat belts

THE LATCH PLATE USED IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO DESIGN DIMENSIONS. IF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IS INSERTED SLOWLY AT AN ANGLE INTO THE BUCKLE, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF PAR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW BUCKLE.

Campaign 96V170002 — check if this car was fixed

R 19970524 — electrical system

AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT WITHIN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR CAN CONTAIN MANUFACTURING ERRORS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR WITH A NEW REGULATOR.

Campaign 97V034001 — check if this car was fixed

I 20020411 — RQ (closed 20021217)

SEAT BELT LATCH FAILURES

R 20021216 — seat belts

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS, THE LATCH PLATE USED IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO DESIGN DIMENSIONS. IF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IS INSERTED SLOWLY AT AN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW BUCKLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MID-DECEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO

Campaign 02V281000 — check if this car was fixed

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

1994 Isuzu Rodeo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 94V132000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 96V170002 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V034001 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V281000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E065000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1993 ▲ 2004 ▲ 1991

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ■ 1998 ■ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Isuzu Rodeo have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.