1993 Isuzu Rodeo problems & reliability
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 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.
2 complaints report injuries (5 injured, 1 deaths reported).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 15% |
| Power Train | 4 | 12% |
| Wheels | 4 | 12% |
| Electrical System | 3 | 9% |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 9% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 6% |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 6% |
| Steering | 2 | 6% |
| Structure | 2 | 6% |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 15 reported components →Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Smelling gasoline, investigation showed gas tank was rusted out to the point that fingers could be pushed into tank. Almost all of it was like thin paper mache. Replaced tank and one year later the gas filler tube also rusted out. 1993 rodeo purchased new--gas tank replaced in 2008--filler gas tube in 2009. *tr”
Fuel System, Gasoline · filed May 6, 2010
“The vehicle was purchased in january of this year, and every since the purchase date the vehicle has been backfiring, and it eventually started driving really slow. It also smokes from under the hood and the smell of the fumes have been very strong since the vehicle was purchased. Also the window on the driver's side…”
Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Nov 4, 2009
“I have a 1993 isuzu rodeo that started leaking massive amounts of oil onto the manifold. I first thought it was a valve cover gasket seal and replaced it. Upon further inspection it was coming from the rear camshaft mount/seal area. I looked to see if there was a recall on this and there was, because it was so…”
Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Feb 8, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
6 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1993 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
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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 1993 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.
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