1999 Isuzu Rodeo vs 1999 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 | 1999 Isuzu Rodeo | 1999 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 550 | 284 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 13 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Rodeo | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 193 | 44 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 50 | 79 |
| Suspension | 85 | 19 |
| Structure | 72 | 29 |
| Power Train | 37 | 57 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 35 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 41 |
| Fuel System, Other | 56 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 84 | 25 |
| Brake problems | 24 | 0 |
| Stalling | 21 | 52 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 18 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 6 |
| Shifting problems | 7 | 0 |
1999 Isuzu Rodeo
1999 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.