1991 Isuzu Rodeo problems & reliability
42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
3 complaints report injuries (4 injured).
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 1991 Isuzu Rodeo vehicles were involved in 1 fatal crash with 1 occupant death. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train → | 12 | 29% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 17% |
| Electrical System | 6 | 14% |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 14% |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 10% |
| Structure | 4 | 10% |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 5% |
| Suspension | 2 | 5% |
| Unknown OR Other | 2 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1991 isuzu rodeo. The contact went to get an exhaust at a muffler shop and was informed that the vehicle's frame was rusted. She noticed that the tubular step used to enter the vehicle was rusted and fell off. The manufacturer has not yet been notified. The vin was unknown. The current mileage…”
Structure · filed Jun 20, 2008
“Drivers seat belt pops out of locking mechanism at will. Also,seat belt has been released from locking mechanism by driver's elbow unintentionally while driving. *ak”
Seat Belts · filed May 17, 2007
“Dt: vehicle was destroyed in a fire. Transmission indicator light came on, and driver pulled over and saw flames coming from under the hood. Vehicle had a recall but callers vehicle was not involved in the recall due to vin. Attempts were made to contact manufacturer, but caller couldn't reach anyone.*ak”
Power Train · filed Jun 1, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
Engineering Analysis EA95009 · opened Mar 10, 1995 · closed Aug 2, 1995 · led to recall 95V103009
Technical service bulletins
7 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo.
This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio or other component covered by this bulletin is repaired under…
IB13-R-001G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 8, 2023
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these…
WB13-X-001B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 30, 2022
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these…
WB13-X-001A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 2, 2022
This technical service bulletin outlines the detailed procedures for the air conditioning system conversion / retrofit. *tt
SB0012S002 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 2000
Information regarding the availability of the child seat tether anchor kit. *tt
SB9914S007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 1999
1991-97 rodeo (uc) 2wd front hub grease linkage. *tw
SB9706L001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 1997
UNKNOWN
SB9505L002 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 1, 1995
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 1991 Isuzu Rodeo?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.