1998 Isuzu Rodeo vs 2000 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 | 1998 Isuzu Rodeo | 2000 Isuzu Rodeo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 478 | 274 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 77 |
| Investigations | 5 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 81 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Rodeo | Isuzu Rodeo |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 211 | 35 |
| Structure | 69 | 84 |
| Suspension | 59 | 65 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 39 | 37 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 14 |
| Power Train | 22 | 18 |
| Fuel System, Other | 15 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 62 | 80 |
| Brake problems | 44 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 13 |
| Stalling | 18 | 29 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 24 |
1998 Isuzu Rodeo
2000 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.