1998 Isuzu Trooper vs 1998 Jeep Wrangler
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 Trooper | 1998 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 42 | 265 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 26 | 75 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 14–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Trooper | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 58 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 46 |
| Power Train | 6 | 33 |
| Suspension | 0 | 26 |
| Structure | 0 | 25 |
| Visibility | 2 | 16 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 40 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 19 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
1998 Isuzu Trooper
1998 Jeep Wrangler
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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.