2002 Isuzu Trooper
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
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Complaints per year
2002: 12 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 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
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When in motion for long periods of time, the vehicle will lose acceleration power. This will continue until consumer is able to pull off the road to restart the engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-06
While driving vehicle, if you try to pass someone or accelerate, sometimes the vehicle will loose power. Consumer states' once when vehicle loss power it almost resulted in a rear end collision. Please provide any further information.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-06
Vehicle speed control
3 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Motor will rev up when sitting still at a red light and try to lunge forward. I have even had it go 35 miles an hour without my foot even being on the accelerator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-20
When at a complete stop vehicle will start to rev. If consumer does not have foot on brakes vehicle will start to move forward. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-06
Power train
2 of 12 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing floor shift and automatic transmission.
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When the consumer approached a train track, another vehicle began to approach from the other direction. The consumer stopped and shifted from drive to reverse to clear up the road way.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-15
Tires
1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Isuzu Trooper equipped with bf goodrich mud terrain t/a KM2 tires, size: LT265/75R16. While driving between 55-65 MPH, three of the tires experienced tread separation.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-01
Structure
1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2002 Isuzu Trooper — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2002 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 2002 Isuzu Trooper?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 Isuzu Trooper have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.