MYRModel Year Report

1993 Isuzu Trooper

▲ Better than typical
1993 Isuzu Trooper
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:16.596Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
33
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

21% of complaints

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 18 complaints 1987: 6 complaints 1988: 17 complaints 1988 1989: 16 complaints 1990: 23 complaints 1991: 58 complaints 1992: 25 complaints 1993: 33 complaints 1993 33 1994: 47 complaints 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 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 33 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 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 33 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

1993: 33 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

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

Engine and engine cooling

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Tires

18% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

Power train

12% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) and clutch assembly.

Electrical system

12% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and starter assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Refer to TSB# SB9601L005 / NHTSA# 049410 this past summer I changed the spark plugs again. When I pulled the old plugs, 4 had oil sitting on the top side of the plugs and the plug boots were covered with oil.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-31

Vehicle speed control

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing cables.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Accelerator got stuck in open position, resulting in hitting a pole. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-15

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-07-14Engine and engine cooling94V132000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2004-05-24Vehicle speed control04V199000 On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable can stick so that the engine speed will not immediately decrease upon release of the accelerator pedal.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle cable rubber boot. Owner notification began on May 24, 2004. Owners should contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Isuzu Trooper — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V132000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 04V199000 · Vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1993 Isuzu Trooper reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 Isuzu Trooper is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Isuzu Trooper?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Isuzu Trooper have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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