2000 Isuzu Trooper
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 57 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 42 |
| 1999 | 81 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 4 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AT HIGHWAY SPEED (75MPH) A BOOM NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE JUST AFTER CONTACTING THE WARNING STRIP ON THE HIGHWAY. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWERVE AND FISHTAIL THEN FLIPPED END OVER END 3-4 TIMES APPROX.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100302
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 - 20 MPH THROUGH AT INTERSECTION ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND HIT THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE RAN INTO A TREE SMASHING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060621
WHILE DRIVING 45MPH T-BONED ANOTHER VEHICLE AND AIR BAGS DIDNOT DEPLOY. DRIVER AND 3 PASSENGERS SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020503
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS BUILT WITH TOD (TORQUE-ON-DEMAND). IN CERTAIN HIGH SPEED FRONTAL CRASHES, AN INTERIOR FUEL LINE AN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL FUEL SYSTEM SHIELDS.
Campaign 00V253000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS BUILT WITH TOD (TORQUE-ON-DEMAND). IN CERTAIN HIGH SPEED, FRONTAL CRASHES, MOVEMENT OF ENGINE COM
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, REINFORCED FUEL HOSE ASSEMBLY. NOTE: THE FUEL LEAKAGE ISSUE IN THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN IS NOT THE SAME AS THE ONE ADDRESSED IN THEIR PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN 00V-253.
Campaign 00V376000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Isuzu Trooper — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V253000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V376000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Isuzu Trooper reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Isuzu Trooper is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Isuzu Trooper?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Isuzu Trooper have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.