1999 Isuzu Rodeo vs 1999 Jeep Cherokee
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 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 550 | 366 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 71 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Rodeo | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 193 | 95 |
| Suspension | 85 | 22 |
| Power Train | 37 | 53 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 50 | 36 |
| Structure | 72 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Other | 56 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 38 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 84 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 24 | 0 |
| Stalling | 21 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 41 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 18 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 7 | 0 |
1999 Isuzu Rodeo
1999 Jeep Cherokee
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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.