1998 Isuzu Rodeo vs 1998 Kia Sportage
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 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 478 | 303 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 12 |
| Investigations | 5 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 81 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Rodeo | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 211 | 70 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 39 | 79 |
| Structure | 69 | 26 |
| Suspension | 59 | 26 |
| Power Train | 22 | 63 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 47 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 18 |
| Visibility | 9 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 62 | 18 |
| Brake problems | 44 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 16 |
| Stalling | 18 | 49 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
1998 Isuzu Rodeo
1998 Kia Sportage
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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.