repaired · 2015 Q1
Suspension: rear
Risk. The corrosion may allow the bracket to detach from the frame, impacting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
2004 Isuzu RodeoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 39 owner complaints about the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 13V-547 the manufacturer reports only 18% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 31, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: BuickRiviera99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo has problems
39 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Suspension
5Engine and engine cooling
5Electrical system
4Fuel system, gasoline
4Equipment1 crash/fire/injury
4Power train
4Vehicle speed control
3Tires
3Structure
2012 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 8 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 20 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2004 Isuzu Rodeo recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A FUEL LEAK COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Isuzu.
Best & worst years
2004 vs. every other Rodeo year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Rodeo median. How we score
'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'08
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2004 Isuzu Rodeo safety ratings
2004 Isuzu Rodeo 4-DR. in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Tank Retention FailureNo recall
In owners' words
What Rodeo owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
In Florida, I purchased my 2004 Isuzu Rodeo March 2005 at 134 miles. I've always had issues, but didn't know how to articulate the issues. My truck sits/leans to the right and low in the back. It is uneven as if the shocks or struts are off. Driving one night, the truck slams down/drops low out of…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZI RODEO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V547000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE EXPERIENCED GREAT DIFFICULTY HAVING HIS VEHICLE SERVICED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ISUZU SENT THE REMEDY PARTS TO LUPIENT BUICK GMC (7100…
MY VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN MINNESOTA WHERE ROAD SALTS ARE IN CONSTANT WINTER USE. ON AUGUST 21, 2019 MY MECHANIC HOISTED MY SUV AND WE WATCHED WITH SURPRISE AS SOME FLAT RUST SLABS FELL TO HIS SHOP FLOOR. HE LOOKED ABOVE THE FALL LOCATION: THE SPARE TIRE IS ATTACHED JUST BELOW A WELL, AND WITHIN THE…
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