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2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 49 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, most often about the body and structure (41% of complaints, typically around 100,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Rodeo Sport model year since 2000 and has 1 recall.
Most common 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport problems
Body and structure
20 complaints · 41%Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles. Parts named most often: frame and members, body.
I had a mechanic look at my truck because of an exhaust leak, while inspecting, he found a break/separation of the right frame where the forward mounting rear suspension bracket attaches. The left side of the frame is also rotted but not yet broken. I took it to an Isuzu dealer in massachusetts, & they took pictures…
The recall on the Isuzu rodeos does not cover frame rot, just the "rear suspension lower link bracket area" which is outrageous, my car has frame rot from the front tires all the way to the back, you can poke your finger through to the other side, and it crumbles like bread. What's the point of fixing the bracket if…
Suspension
13 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 116,000 miles. Parts named most often: rear.
2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. Consumer states corrosion frame cracks the consumer stated a recall was issued for the 4-door models, but not the 2-door models. Updated 07/03/12 the consumer wanted to know why the manufacturer was allowed to limit its fix of vehicle's regarding the recall. Updated consumer letter 06/29/12…
The contact owns a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH an unknown noise was heard and the vehicle lost control. While pulling the vehicle into a parking space, the entire passenger side suspension collapsed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was…
Fuel system
8 complaints · 16%Parts named most often: storage.
Fuel gauge going crazy and gas light flashes randomly. Filled up my gas tank and the gauge went to full. Stopped at a red light and the gauge went to 1/4 tank. When I started driving again, the gauge went back to full and the flashing gas light disappeared.
The fuel sending unit on the 2001 Isuzu rodeo's (all models) are defective displaying a check fuel light, and a faulty readout of fuel left in take. I was told by dealership in my local area that this is a common problem on these cars. So if an Isuzu dealership says this is a common problem and an estimated cost of…
Electrical
5 complaints · 10%The alarm goes off anytime the temperature drops below 30 degrees. This only happens if the car is locked. Keeping the car unlocked in cold weather is the only way to prevent it. The dealership said there is nothing wrong with the car. Our neighbors would disagree when it is honking away at 2 in the morning! Does this…
Tl contact owns a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. While driving less than 70 MPH, the loss of power warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle began to lose power and the contact crossed over five lanes of traffic to get the vehicle to safety. The dealer stated that there was sensor failure and they…
Engine
4 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: engine.
2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport stalls out intermittently and also rpms surge out of control. Dealer unable to duplicate or find cause and states that there is nothing that they can do. I was told that Isuzu will not pay the warranty claim if they can't duplicate or if the computer does not show a problem. Has been in shop 4…
Tl contact owns a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. While driving less than 70 MPH, the loss of power warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle began to lose power and the contact crossed over five lanes of traffic to get the vehicle to safety. The dealer stated that there was sensor failure and they…
Brakes
3 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: antilock.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport recalls
Fuel system: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: The fuel return hose does not meet ozone-resistant specifications, and could ultimately crack, causing fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if the vehicle was equipped with an incorrect hose. If it is incorrect, dealers will replace it.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. During the manufacture of certain fuel return hoses, incorrect rubber material for the outer layer was used.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Rear suspension lower link failure
Summary
During preliminary evaluation pe09-030, isuzu motors america, inc (isuzu) noted two primary differences once the rear suspension lower link separation occurs between the alleged defect (separation of the lower link from the frame) of this investigation and a safety defect involving lower link separation from the rear axle addressed by isuzu in safety recall 00v-058.in the case of the defect condition identified in recall 00v-058, isuzu stated that the attachment bolt could detach fully, causing separation of the lower link from the rear axle possibly creating a loss of vehicle control. Isuzu also stated that this condition occurs early in the service life of the vehicle.in this investigation
Questions about the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: body and structure (20 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles); suspension (13 complaints, typically around 116,000 miles); fuel system (8 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 5, 2000 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2001 a bad year for the Isuzu Rodeo Sport?
- It is the most complained-about Rodeo Sport model year since 2000, with 49 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Isuzu Rodeo Sport years
- 2001