2001 Isuzu Trooper
Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2001
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 58 |
| 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
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
9 of 29 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and gear position indication (prndl).
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When vehicle is engaged in first gear it will then move a short distance and pop out of gear.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-19
Engine and engine cooling
8 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and emission control.
Service brakes
7 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Vehicle speed control
6 of 29 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cables.
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Dt: the contact stated 2001 Isuzu Trooper accelerated while in reverse, then he put the car in drive, it hesitated and surged forward while the brakes were applied.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-10-14
When accelerating into traffic vehicle hesitated, which nearly caused a rearend collision. Dealer replaced throttle valve and fuel pressure regulator and ABS sensor which did not correct the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-03-20
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Electrical system
3 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Low beam headlight switch stopped working. Only high beams worked. Had to have the headlight switch replaced at a cost of $500. I see that the same problem is currently being addressed and recalled on later model Isuzu ascenders and GM vehicles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-03
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2000-11-27Engine and engine cooling00V376000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2001 Isuzu Trooper — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V376000 · Engine and engine cooling
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2001 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 2001 Isuzu Trooper?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 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.