MYRModel Year Report

1997 Isuzu Rodeo

● Typical for this model
1997 Isuzu Rodeo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:33:22.478Z

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, 1997 highlighted. 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 42 complaints 1992: 80 complaints 1992 1993: 34 complaints 1994: 82 complaints 1994 1995: 176 complaints 1996: 97 complaints 1996 1997: 118 complaints 1997 1998: 478 complaints 1998 1999: 550 complaints 2000: 274 complaints 2000 2001: 389 complaints 2002: 101 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2004: 39 complaints 2004 2008: 1 complaints 2008
1997: 118 complaints
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YearComplaints
19900
199142
199280
199334
199482
1995176
199697
1997118
1998478
1999550
2000274
2001389
2002101
200316
200439
20081

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 15%

15% of complaints: structure — 18 distinct reports on file.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 ISUZU RODEO. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRAME WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE FRAME AND STATED THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE EXTREME RUST AND CORROSION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121128

WHEELS 12%

12% of complaints: wheels — 14 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 8%

8% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN HIT AT 35 MPH IN THE FRONT CENTER OF THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY CAUSING MINOR INJURIES TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. MR

NHTSA ODI report, 20021113

I WAS IN ANA ACCIDENT ON SEPT. 4, 2002. I COULD NOT STOP IN TIME FOR THE WRECK THAT HAPPENED 1/4 MILE IN FRONT OF US SO I PROCEEDED TO SLAM INTO THE REAR-END OF THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020909

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 7%

7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE BACKING OUT OF PARKING LOT, ENGINE STARTED RACING AND VEHICLE MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE AND WENT FULL THROTTLE FORWARD OVER SIDEWALK , HIT A PARKED VEHICLE AND PUSHED VEHICLE (2) FEET SIDEWAYS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970331

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

1997 Isuzu Rodeo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • 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 1997 Isuzu Rodeo reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 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.