1999 GMC Jimmy vs 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Isuzu Rodeo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 137 | 550 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 52 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 76 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,520 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Jimmy | Isuzu Rodeo |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 193 |
| Suspension | 26 | 85 |
| Structure | 10 | 72 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 50 |
| Power Train | 23 | 37 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 56 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 21 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 84 |
| Stalling | 5 | 21 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 24 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 20 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 18 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 7 |
1999 GMC Jimmy
1999 Isuzu Rodeo
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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.