1995 Isuzu Rodeo problems & reliability
176 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1995 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.
19 complaints report injuries (34 injured, 3 deaths reported).
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 1995 Isuzu Rodeo vehicles were involved in 5 fatal crashes with 4 occupant deaths. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 27 | 15% |
| Structure | 22 | 13% |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 12% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 11% |
| Electrical System | 18 | 10% |
| Air Bags | 15 | 9% |
| Power Train | 15 | 9% |
| Visibility | 13 | 7% |
| Suspension | 12 | 7% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 9 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The clutch in my vehicle was replaced and within 3 months it has again failed. I have lost complete use of my vehicle again due to the electrical failures and the clutch failing”
Power Train · filed Dec 10, 2016
“The frame of the 1995 isuzu rodeo has three six inch bye six inch holes in frame two in the rear and one in the front, the entire frame is no thicker then a piece of paper because its rotted to nothing. You can push threw it in some spots with your finger. This was to be my daughters first vehicle but is nothing short…”
Unknown OR Other · filed Sep 24, 2015
“I purchased vehicle for my 16 yr old to drive and found out after getting it that the whole underneath the rodeo that it is rusted out by the shocks all the way to the front. *tr”
Structure · filed Oct 5, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- BRUSH/GRILLE GUARD CAMPAIGN
Investigation SQ96009 · opened Jan 10, 1996 · open
Technical service bulletins
12 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo. The 10 most recent:
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
Information regarding the availability of the child seat tether anchor kit. *tt
SB9914S007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 1999
Availability of supplemental information booklet for installing child safety seats. *tt
SB9914S003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 1, 1999
Concerns with noise from the bell housing area. *yc
9805L005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 1, 1998
Some vehicles may experience a condition in which the rear brakes squeal / shudder as the vehicle is backing up. *yc
98030109L003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 1998
1995.5-97 rodeo (uc) accessory center console stay breakage. *tw
SB9713L002 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 1997
1995.5 - 1997 rodeo (uc) instrument harness chafing/damage at steering reinforcement. *tw
SB9710L001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 1997
1995.5 - 1996 rodeo (uc) front/rear doors do not lock with power lock button/keyless entry; doors lock manually with lock knob/key. *tw
SB9711L004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 1997
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 1995 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
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