1998 Isuzu Rodeo vs 1998 Jeep Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Isuzu Rodeo | 1998 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 478 | 399 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 80 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 81 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Rodeo | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 211 | 80 |
| Structure | 69 | 27 |
| Power Train | 22 | 65 |
| Suspension | 59 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 47 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 39 | 30 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 52 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 62 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 44 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 13 |
| Stalling | 18 | 28 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 25 |
1998 Isuzu Rodeo
1998 Jeep Cherokee
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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.