2002 Isuzu Rodeo engine and engine cooling problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 2002 isuzu rodeo. While driving approximately 30 mph, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The dealer was aware of the problem and told the contact that the ecgi harness needed to be replaced; however, the part was unavailable. The contact called the manufacturer who…”
filed Dec 3, 2010
“My car stalls in traffic due to a defective intake manifole gasket . I have been left stranded in traffic, unable to restart my vehicle. This is an unsafe condition entirely caused by a manufactoring defect. Isuzu is aware of this defect and has repaired many free of charge under a secret plan that…”
filed Mar 24, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic support to Isuzu dealer technicians repairing Isuzu vehicles in and out of vehicle warranty. A TAC case number…
IB09-X-004C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 20, 2022This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
22NA009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 11, 2022This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from…
PIP5540D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 19, 2019This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5628 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 18, 2019This preliminary information document communicates a tip on the way to diagnose possible induction or exhaust air leaks using the evaporative emission cart smoke machine and ultrasonic leak detector tools.
PIP4925B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 3, 2018
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Rodeo years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Rodeo | 5 | 13% |
| 2001 Rodeo | 22 | 6% |
| 2000 Rodeo | 37 | 14% |
| 1999 Rodeo | 50 | 9% |
| 1998 Rodeo | 39 | 8% |
| 1997 Rodeo | 16 | 14% |
| 1996 Rodeo | 14 | 14% |
| 1995 Rodeo | 20 | 11% |
| 1994 Rodeo | 14 | 17% |
| 1993 Rodeo | 5 | 15% |
| 1992 Rodeo | 13 | 16% |
| 1991 Rodeo | 7 | 17% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.