MYRModel Year Report

1985 Isuzu Trooper

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1985 Isuzu Trooper
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:39.421Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1985

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 18 complaints 1987: 6 complaints 1988: 17 complaints 1988 1989: 16 complaints 1990: 23 complaints 1991: 58 complaints 1991 1992: 25 complaints 1993: 33 complaints 1994: 47 complaints 1994 1995: 54 complaints 1996: 51 complaints 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 42 complaints 1999: 81 complaints 2000: 49 complaints 2000 2001: 29 complaints 2002: 12 complaints
1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 18 complaints 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 23 complaints 1991: 58 complaints 1991 1992: 25 complaints 1993: 33 complaints 1993 1994: 47 complaints 1995: 54 complaints 1995 1996: 51 complaints 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 42 complaints 1999: 81 complaints 1999 2000: 49 complaints 2001: 29 complaints 2001 2002: 12 complaints
1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 18 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1988 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 23 complaints 1990 1991: 58 complaints 1991 1992: 25 complaints 1992 1993: 33 complaints 1993 1994: 47 complaints 1994 1995: 54 complaints 1995 1996: 51 complaints 1996 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 42 complaints 1998 1999: 81 complaints 1999 2000: 49 complaints 2000 2001: 29 complaints 2001 2002: 12 complaints 2002

1985: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19853
198618
19876
198817
198916
199023
199158
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.

Power train

3 of 3 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and seal.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2000-06-23

Structure

2 of 3 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

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, 1995-11-06

Frame rusted where torsion bar is welded.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-09-30

Safety timeline

1 recall · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1990-03-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1990-06-22 Windshield wiper fails
  2. I
    1991-02-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-15 Rear door hinge separation
  3. I
    1991-07-15Engineering analysisClosed 1992-07-28 Rear door hinge separation
  4. I
    1992-03-03Defect petitionClosed 1992-06-02 Defective heater cores
  5. I
    1992-06-02Engineering analysisClosed 1993-04-02 Heater core failure
  6. R
    1992-11-24Structure92V093000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Isuzu Trooper — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 92V093000 · Structure
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Isuzu Trooper have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.