Is the Isuzu Rodeo Reliable?
1991–2004 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Isuzu Rodeo Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 27 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2003 | 1 | 8 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2002 | 1 | 66 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2001 | 2 | 271 | 4 | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2000 | 3 | 176 | 16 | — | 47 | Fair |
| 1999 | 4 | 358 | 24 | 2 | 24 | Poor |
| 1998 | 4 | 342 | 26 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 1997 | 0 | 87 | 8 | — | 66 | Good |
| 1996 | 0 | 74 | 5 | — | 68 | Good |
| 1995 | 0 | 120 | 30 | 2 | 44 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Rodeo Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Rodeo scores 11 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Isuzu Rodeo Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1529 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Isuzu Rodeo reliable?+
The Isuzu Rodeo scores 57/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 1529 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Rodeo is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2003 Rodeo achieved the highest reliability score of 87/100 with 1 recall and 8 complaints.
How many miles does a Rodeo last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Isuzu Rodeo owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Rodeo will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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