1996 Isuzu Rodeo vs 1998 Isuzu Rodeo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Isuzu Rodeo | 1998 Isuzu Rodeo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 478 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 85 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 81 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Rodeo | Isuzu Rodeo |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 211 |
| Structure | 10 | 69 |
| Suspension | 7 | 59 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 39 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 30 |
| Wheels | 22 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 62 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 44 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 21 |
| Stalling | 0 | 18 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
1996 Isuzu Rodeo
1998 Isuzu Rodeo
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.