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1985 Isuzu Trooper

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1985 Isuzu Trooper
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:25:33.112Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Isuzu Trooper Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 18 complaints 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1990: 23 complaints 1990 1991: 57 complaints 1992: 25 complaints 1993: 33 complaints 1993 1994: 47 complaints 1995: 54 complaints 1996: 51 complaints 1996 1997: 13 complaints 1998: 42 complaints 1999: 81 complaints 1999 2000: 49 complaints 2001: 29 complaints 2002: 12 complaints 2002
1985: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19853
198618
19876
198817
198916
199023
199157
199225
199333
199447
199554
199651
199713
199842
199981
200049
200129
200212

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

2 of 3 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH
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THE FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH ENTIRELY AND BROKE IN HALF AND CAUSED THE DRIVER TO GO INTO A DITCH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951106

FRAME RUSTED WHERE TORSION BAR IS WELDED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960930

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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1ST INCIDENT OCCURRED 1990 AT 5 MPH. LOST POWER. WHEEL WAS EXTENDING FROM CAR. 1200 MILES LATER, 2ND INCIDENT OCCURRED AT 40 MPH, NEAR CLIFF. WHEEL AND AXLE DEPARTED, PASSED VEHICLE, SWUNG BACK & HIT VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000623

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19900315 — PE (closed 19900622)

WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILS

I 19910219 — PE (closed 19910715)

REAR DOOR HINGE SEPARATION

I 19910715 — EA (closed 19920728)

REAR DOOR HINGE SEPARATION

I 19920303 — DP (closed 19920602)

DEFECTIVE HEATER CORES

I 19920602 — EA (closed 19930402)

HEATER CORE FAILURE

R 19921124 — structure

TRUCKS USED IN THE SALT-BELT STATES CAN HAVE ACCUMULATED CORROSION IN THE HINGES OF THE REAR DOORS. IF THE VEHICLES ALSO HAVE MISALIGNED DOOR LATCHES AND STRIKERS, IT IS POSSIBLE TO CLOSE THE DOORS IN

Remedy: CHECK THE DOOR LATCHES AND STRIKERS FOR CORRECT ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR IF NECESSARY; ALSO INSPECT REAR DOOR HINGES FOR CORROSION AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.

Campaign 92V093000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Isuzu Trooper — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V093000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1993 ● 1998 ● 1994

WORST YEARS

◆ 1999 ● 1991 ● 1995

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FAQ

Is the 1985 Isuzu Trooper 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 1985 Isuzu Trooper?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Isuzu Trooper 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.