2004 Isuzu Rodeo problems
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Common 2004 Isuzu Rodeo problems
The Isuzu Rodeo is a well-received sports utility vehicle that has received a reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from Cars.com.
One CarComplaints user reported hearing knocking sounds while the engine was running, which was found to be caused by an unlubricated piston due to a lack of motor oil.
Another common problem reported by Isuzu Rodeo owners is suspension corrosion, particularly in the rear suspension lower link bracket area.
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Rodeo and Axiom, and 2003 Rodeo Sport vehicles that were originally sold in or are currently registered in these states due to excessive corrosion near the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link.
In summary, the Isuzu Rodeo is a generally reliable vehicle, but some models have reported issues with engine failure and suspension corrosion. Proper maintenance, including regular oil changes and inspections, can help prevent engine failure. For vehicles originally sold or currently registered in certain states, it is important to be aware of the potential for suspension corrosion and to have the vehicle inspected and repaired as necessary. Isuzu has issued recalls for suspension corrosion in certain model years and states, and owners should ensure that their vehicles are up to date on all recalls and service alerts.
Is the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo a good vehicle?
Ranks #5 Compact SUV by Owners
The 2004 Isuzu Rodeo has an average owner rating of 4.44 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 16 other Compact SUVs.
Is Isuzu Rodeo a good vehicle?
The Isuzu Rodeo is a generally well-received sports utility vehicle that got a reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from Cars.com.
How long can an Isuzu Rodeo last?
187,000mi
What is Isuzu Rodeo lifespan? The estimated lifespan of a Isuzu Rodeo is 187,000mi, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Fuel type is a major factor when looking into a vehicles lifespan/life expectancy.
How many miles per gallon does a 2004 Isuzu Rodeo get?
The 2004 Rodeo gets 18 MPG overall, with 16 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2004 Rodeo specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2004 Isuzu Rodeo specs page.
2004 Isuzu Rodeo car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Isuzu Rodeo problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Fuel system problems
- Electrical system problems
- Equipment problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2004 Isuzu Rodeo vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
The NHTSA has received 39 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2004 Isuzu Rodeo vehicles.
2024-01-31
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-30
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y644
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My car continues to smell like gas despite fuel pump and lines having been replaced. The smell is very strong. Don’t see any type of leakage
2023-05-27
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-01
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y944
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: In Florida, I purchased my 2004 Isuzu Rodeo March 2005 at 134 miles. I've always had issues, but didn't know how to articulate the issues. My truck sits/leans to the right and low in the back. It is uneven as if the shocks or struts are off. Driving one night, the truck slams down/drops low out of no where while driving. When I am driving and need to brake, I have to brake then brake again. I dare not make any sharp turns by parking or anything it's like the truck will slip or axels bend. I am have trouble with the engine currently(September 2022). Oil is leaking but you can't see from where. The engine is making loud rambling sounds. The exhaust sounds muffled. My car parts are not exact because my Rodeo is built like a demo, seemingly. Power Reduced & check engine light happens randomly usually while on the expressway. It slows the vehicle down in the middle of flowing traffic. I have to try to pull over turn car off then back on to try & reset the vehicle. The car now vibrates but don't know from where or cause. How can I get my car repaired?
2019-11-20
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-23
- VIN: 4S2DM58W744
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZI RODEO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V547000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE EXPERIENCED GREAT DIFFICULTY HAVING HIS VEHICLE SERVICED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ISUZU SENT THE REMEDY PARTS TO LUPIENT BUICK GMC (7100 WAYZATA BLVD, GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55426, (763) 546-2222) WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED A SECOND INSPECTION IN ORDER TO BE REMEDIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
2019-09-06
SUSPENSION,TIRES,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-21
- VIN: 4S2DM58W744
- Components: SUSPENSION,TIRES,WHEELS
- Summary: MY VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN MINNESOTA WHERE ROAD SALTS ARE IN CONSTANT WINTER USE. ON AUGUST 21, 2019 MY MECHANIC HOISTED MY SUV AND WE WATCHED WITH SURPRISE AS SOME FLAT RUST SLABS FELL TO HIS SHOP FLOOR. HE LOOKED ABOVE THE FALL LOCATION: THE SPARE TIRE IS ATTACHED JUST BELOW A WELL, AND WITHIN THE SPARE-TIRE WHEEL-GAPS WERE ADDITIONAL LOOSE RUST SLABS THAT HAD NOT YET FALLEN. THEY WERE REMOVED. THE MECHANIC THEN PONDERED A LIKELY CAUSE: HE REASONED THE METAL PLATE (AND/OR THE AREAS ALONGSIDE IT) THAT HELPS SECURE THE SPARE TIRE MIGHT BE EXCESSIVELY RUSTY. TO SEE IT HE HAD TO INSERT HIS HEAD UP INTO THE WELL, BUT WHICH DID NOT GIVE HIM ENOUGH OF CLEAR VIEW TO ASSESS THE MATTER ADEQUATELY (NOR COULD I MANAGE TO GET MUCH OF A LOOK). HE REASONED THAT MINNESOTA WINTER-SALT ROAD-SPRAY CAN REACH THE WELL (HE SAID THERE MIGHT BE SOMETHING THERE CALLED A CARRIER ASSEMBLY OF PARTS) AND CORRODE THE PLATE, MAKING IT POSSIBLE FOR THE SPARE TIRE TO COME LOOSE WHILE MY SUV IS MOTION, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD. WE DID PHOTOGRAPHY BUT DID NOT HAVE A FLEXIBLE-NECK CAMERA TO INSERT UP INTO THE WELL. SO ALL WE HAVE ARE SNAPS OF 1) MANY OF FLAT RUST SLABS THAT FELL DOWN DURING THE MECHANICS INSPECTION (SHOWN AS A PILE ON THE FLOOR JUST BELOW THE SPARE TIRE?S WELL LOCATION) IN ONE PHOTO, AND 2) AN UPWARD SHOT AT THE SPARE TIRE WITH SOME RUST SLABS THAT HAD NOT YET FALLEN, WHICH ALSO OFFERS A GENERAL LOOK OF WHEEL AND WELL RUST CONDITIONS THAT WE SAW. LASTLY, I DECIDED TO VISIT NHTSAS WEBSITE TO LOOK FOR SIMILAR INCIDENTS THAT MIGHT PERTAIN TO MY VEHICLE. I CAME UP WITH ID #10649039. IT OFFERS A SOMEWHAT SIMILAR TEXTUAL NARRATIVE DESCRIBING REAR FRAME RUST CONDITIONS THAT MAKES MENTION OF A SPARE TIRE. I CREATED A PDF OF PHOTOS AND INCIDENT ID #10649039, WHICH I WILL UPLOAD AFTER THIS PDF. IT WILL BE TITLED PART2_IJN5-55344_ISUZURODEO2004TIRESUPPORTFAILUREVIN[XXX].PDF. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2018-04-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-01
- VIN: 4S2DM58W744
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 2004 ISUZU RODEO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RUSTED METAL BRACKET STRAPS, BOLTS AND HORIZONTAL JACKET. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED DUE TO RUST THE FUEL TANK DROPPED BELOW THE CAR FRAME AT AN UNSAFE ANGLE, VERY CLOSE TO COMPLETE DETACHMENT. *JS
2017-05-20
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4S2CK58W544
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKES PEDAL PULSES LIKE CRAZY BUT THE BRAKES DON'T WORK WHEN APPLIED.
2016-08-17
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-16
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y644
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU RODEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE REDUCED POWER WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 158,880.
2014-10-21
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-16
- VIN: 4S2DM58Y544
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: REAR OF THE FRAME IS ROTTED AND CRUMBLING, SO THERE ARE HOLES IN THE FRAME THAT ARE KEEPING IT FROM BEING SAFE, AND THUS WILL NOT PASS STATE SAFETY INSPECTION. THE AREAS AFFECTED SUPPORT SUCH THINGS AS THE PANHARD/TRACK BAR, BODY, BUMPER, SPARE TIRE, EVAP COMPONENTS, REAR TOW POINT, AS WELL AS OTHERS ITEMS. *TR
2014-08-26
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-22
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y644
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU RODEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY SWAYED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V547000 (SUSPENSION). HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE TIME FOR THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2014-06-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-20
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU RODEO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR AN UNRELATED REPAIR, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE LINE WAS RUSTED AND CAUSED BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. THE MECHANIC ALSO STATED THAT BOTH OF THE REAR BRAKES, CALIPERS, AND BRAKE LINES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. A NON-CERTIFIED MECHANIC PERFORMED A TEMPORARY REPAIR ON THE VEHICLE TO STOP THE BRAKE FLUID LEAK. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT HAD TO MAKE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 89,000.
2014-05-21
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-15
- VIN: 4S2DM58Y944
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,AIR BAGS
- Summary: WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON MARCH 12, 2014. AFTER PURCHASE , SATURDAY MARCH 15 WE DROVE TBE ISUZU AT HIGHWAY SPEED. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE LOUDLY AND VIBRATE. WE PULLED OVER. RETURNED TO HOME AT 65 TO 45 MPH WITHOUT SHAKING. MONDAY I REPORTED THIS FRIGHTENING EVENT TO THE DEALERSHIP. I REQUESTED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT. THE SALESMAN PROMISED REPAIRS. A PRE-PURCHASE DISCLOSURE WAS THAT THE FUEL GAUGE DID NOT WORK. SALES STAFF ASSURED ME THIS HAD BEEN, OR WOULD BE FIXED BY THE DEALERSHIP. PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED REPAIR VISIT, I REPORTED THAT THE HORN DOES NOT WORK AND THAT THE AIR BAG WAS UNCOVERED. THE DEALERSHIP COVERED THE AIR BAG BUT TOLD ME AFTERWARDS THEY HAD NO WAY TO VERIFY IF THE AIR BAG IS FUNCTIONAL. THERE IS NO AIR BAG ICON ON THE DASH. I REPEATEDLY REPORTED THESE SAFETY ISSUES TO SALES STAFF AND GENERAL MANAGER [XXX]. THE MANAGER TOLD ME "WHILE IT IS ON THE LOT IT IS MY PROBLEM. ONCE YOU DRIVE IT OFF IT IS YOURS." AFTER THREE REPAIR VISITS, AND TWO MONTHS OF GENERIC "WE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU"-- NONE OF THE PRIMARY SAFETY PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN FIXED. MY VEHICLE, WHICH I AM MAKING PAYMENTS ON, IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY. WITHOUT A HORN, POSSIBLY UNSAFE TO DRIVE IN TOWN. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2013-09-09
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-30
- VIN: 4S2DM58W644
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU RODEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LOWER LINK BRACKET SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS ASSESSED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO CONFIRMED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 189,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THE SEPARATION OF THE TENSION BAR MOUNT SEPARATED FROM THE FRAME. UPDATED 11/21/13
2013-05-29
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-01
- VIN: 4S2DM58Y444
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU RODEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH OVER AN UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE, THE VEHICLE BECAME UNSTABLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION AND HOLES THROUGHOUT THE FRAME. THE BRACKET ON THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME WAS DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000. *TR
2013-03-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-23
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y544
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I HAD ISSUE WITH MY '04 ISUZU RODEO FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW DIFFERENT ISSUES. FIRST MY ENGINE IS EATING UP ALL THE OIL. I GOT AN SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE ON FEB7 AND ON MAR8 THE STICK HAD NO OIL I TOOK IT BACK AND THEY TOPPED EVERYTHING BUT THEY COULDN'T FIND A LEAK UNLESS THE ENGINE WAS CONSUMING THE OIL LAST YEAR I TOOK MY CAR IN TO SUZUKI DEALER SHIP BECAUSE OF THE OIL ISSUE AND THEY COULDN'T FIND ANY PROBLEMS THEY JUST CHANGE THE STARTER. 2ND ISSUE ONE DAY I WAS DRIVING ON A TEXAS HWY GOING ABOUT 55 BECAUSE IT WAS A WINDY DAY AND MY TRUCK JUST JERKED LIKE IF I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES AND ALL THE LIGHTS LIT UP BUT THE CHECK ENGINE, REDUCE SPEED, TIRE PRESSURE AND THE LOW GAS TANK STAYED ON FOR A LONG TIME. WHEN I SCHEDULE IT TO BE LOOK AT THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE TRUCK EVEN THOUGH I HAD VIDEOS OF THE PROBLEM HOPPING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY. 3RD ISSUE IM HAVING AN ISSUE SWITCHING GEARS. FOR EXAMPLE MY TRUCK IS PARKED FOR OVER AN HOUR AND WHEN I NEED TO OUT MY TRUCK ON PARK OR REVERSE ITS STUCK. I'M PUSHING ON THE BRAKES AND SOMETIMES IT WON'T BUDGE UNTIL AFTER 5 MINS OR SO 4TH ISSUE I'M NOT ANY HAVING OF THE PREVIOUS ISSUE MENTIONED @ TIME EXCEPT FOR WHEN I PUT THE TRUCK IN REVERSE IT STARTS TO PUTTING & SHAKE LIKE WHEN YOU RUN OUT OF GAS OR COMPLETELY TURN OFF
2013-02-24
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-08
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4S2DM58W544
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ON APPROXIMATELY 2/8/13 I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, WHEN I WENT TO PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY AND ONTO AN EXIT ( TO GET OFF OF THE HIGHWAY.) I PRESSED THE BRAKES,AND THE BRAKES AND STEERING LOCKED UP , I HAD NO CONTROL OF MY SUV AS IT HIT THE JERSEY BARRIER. THE RIGHT FRONT HEADLIGHT AND FENDER HIT 1ST THEN THE RIGHT REAR SIDE AND BACK FENDER SCRAPED AGAINST THE BARRIER. I WAS SEAT BELTED ALTHOUGH STILL RECEIVED INJURIES OF MY LEFT ANKLE, KNEE, NECK AND BACK. THE BODY SHOP INSURANCE ADJUSTER SAID IT WAS A TOTAL LOSS. SINCE 2006 MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND WHEN TAKING TO REPAIR SHOPS THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY SUV AND MADE THE ENGINE LIGHT SOMEHOW GO OFF. I HAVE WRITTEN TO THE AMERICAN ISUZU CO OVER THE PAST 6 OR 7 YRS ALTHOUGH HAVE NEVER HEARD BACK FROM THEM IN REGARDS TO THE ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON FROM 2006 UNTIL 2/8/13. *TR
2012-03-29
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-29
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y444
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I WAS ON THE INTERSTATE AND AS I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR TO INCREASE MY SPEED-I WAS CURRENTLY GOING 55-THE ACCELERATOR GOT STUCK. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO INCREASE IN SPEED-DURING RUSH HOUR, BUT I MANAGED, AFTER PRESSING THE BRAKE HARD 4 TIMES, TO UN-STICK THE ACCELERATOR. I ENDED UP GOING 80 MPH AND AVOIDED A CRASH BUT THIS ALARMED ME AS THIS HAS NEVER HAPPENED TO ME AND IT IS AS IF THE VEHICLE HAD A "MIND OF ITS OWN". ESPECIALLY AFTER RECENT DEATHS IN THE CASES WITH TOYOTA. I CONTACTED ISUZU AND I WAS TOLD THAT THEY HAVE NOT ISSUED ANY RECALLS ON THIS ISSUE. I ASKED IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN IN MY VEHICLE AGAIN OR IF A DEALER WERE NOT ABLE TO FIX IT WHAT WOULD BE THE COURSE OF ACTION, AND I WAS TOLD THAT I WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING THAT FINANCIAL DECISION SINCE MY WARRANTY IS UP. I AM SURE THE FIRST ONE TO HAVE THIS SAME TYPE OF MECHANICAL ERROR IN A TOYOTA WAS TOLD THE SAME THING AND LOOK WHERE IT GOT THEM! *JS
2012-02-14
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-11
- VIN: 4S2DM58Y544
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CUP OF COFFEE WAS IN CUP HOLDER. WAS SPILLED ACCIDENTALLY ONTO CONSOLE. APPEARS ALL THE ELECTRICAL MODULES ARE UNDER THE CUP HOLDER WITH NO PROTECTIVE COVER. CAUSED TRANSMISSION CONTROLLER MODULE TO SHORT CIRCUIT. CHECK 4 WD LIGHT. 4L KEPT FLASHING, ABS LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALL STAYED ON. VEHICLE DIDN'T WANT TO RUN AT FIRST. AFTER HE STAYED RUNNING SOUNDED AS IF A FIRE ENGINE SIREN WAS BEHIND ME WINDING DOWN. NO FIRE TRUCK.....APPEARS IT WAS THE 4WD. APPEARS THAT A CUP HOLDER SHOULD NOT BE PLACED WHERE THERE ARE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, ESPECIALLY IF THOSE COMPONENTS HAVE NO PROTECTION FROM LIQUID IF SPILLED IN THAT AREA. *TR
2011-12-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-12-09
- VIN: 4S2DM58W144
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF GAS WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. UPON ARRIVING AT DESTINATION THERE WAS A BIG LEAK OF GAS COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE REST OF THE TANK LEAKED OUT. *TR
2011-01-21
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-15
- VIN: VS2CK58Y744
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLE TURN ON LIGHT: CHECK ENGINE AND POWER REDUCED. THIS BAD FUNCTION IN THE VEHICLE MAKE PROBLEM WHEN INCREMENT SPEED, SHOWING LOST POWER. THIS PROBLEM IS NOT STEADY AND SOME TIME IT RESET AND START FUNCTION NORMALLY, BUT TIME AFTER FAIL COME AGAIN.
2010-02-15
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-11
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I BOUGHT A 2004 RODEO IN JULY 2008 WITH 50,000KMS ON DID A FURTHER 10, 000 KMS AND FOUND IT STARTED TO BURN OIL TOOK IT TO EAGERS HOLDEN NEWSTEAD WHERE I BOUGHT IT THEY KEPT SAYING WE WILL SEE HOW IT GOES TOOK IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES TO GET FIXED THE LAST TIME SAID I DONT WANT IT BACK UNTIL ITS FIXED THEN THEY SAY THE MOTOR NEED REPLACING 2 WEEKS AFTER THE WARRANTY RUNS OUT THEY SAID THEY WOULD COVER $1,000 BUT IT WILL COST A FURTHER $11,000 TO FIX. *TR
2010-01-13
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-03-09
- VIN: 4S2DM58W344
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU RODEO. THE STATED THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET HAS BLOWN 3 TIMES SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE MANIFOLD HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE UNDER WARRANTY, THE SECOND TIME UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY, AND NOW THE MANIFOLD HAS BLOWN WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AGAIN AND THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED. THE CONTACT WOULD LIKE FOR THE MANUFACTURER TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIRS SINCE THIS IS A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,000.
2009-04-21
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-10
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RECURRING REDUCED POWER LIGHT COMES ON AND THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE FASTER THAN 10 MPH, EFFECTIVELY DISABLING VEHICLE, COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS; THE "PROBLEM" COMES AND GOES AT RANDOM. *TR
2008-08-17
SUSPENSION,TIRES,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-19
- Components: SUSPENSION,TIRES,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THE FRONT END. I REPLACED SHOCKS ROTORS UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND STILL THERE IS A PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD THIS INSPECTED , STILL CANT FIND THE SOURCE. *TR
2008-01-28
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-02
- VIN: 4S2CK58Y444
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: WE PURCHASED A 2004 RODEO FROM HONDA AT THEIR USED CAR SERVICE. THE STICKER HAD ON IT AS IS WARRANTY. UPON RETURNING HOME WE NOTICED THE PAPERWORK WE SIGNED DID NOT HAVE A SIGNATURE ON IT. THEY WERE NOTIFED AND THAT THE PRICE WAS WRONG ALSO, THEY DID NOTHING. A FEW DAYS LATER I NOTICED THAT THE CAR SEEMED LIKE IT HAD A FLAT TIRE. WHEN WE CHECKED IT, IT WAS O.K. BUT IT FELT DIFFERENT WHEN DRIVEN. THE NEXT DAY I NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS LEANING SLIGHTLY TO THE LEFT. I WENT AND SPOKE WITH THE MANAGER AND EXPLAINED IT TO HIM AND HE INFORMED ME TO BRING IT IN THE NEXT DAY AND THEY WOULD PUT IT UP AND LOOK AT IT. THE NEXT DAY I WAS ILL AND CALLED AND WENT THE FOLLOWING WEEK. ANOTHER MANAGER DID NOT DO THAT, BUT RATHER DROVE IT AND SAID IT FELT FINE. I INSISTED THAT THERE WAS SOMETHING DIFFERENT. HE STATED HE COULD HEAR NOTHING.A WEEK LATER IT IS RAINING HEAVILY AND THIS CAR IS VERY UNSTABLE FEELING. I CALL THE SALESMAN AND TELL HIM THAT THE STEERING FEELS LOOSE AND AND SOMETHING IS WRONG. THE SALESMAN WAS SHORT WITH ME AND SAID "YOU ARE JUST USED TO DRIVING YOUR BMW". I TOLD HIM THAT HE WAS WRONG AND THERE WAS SOMETHING WRONG WITH IT. HE TOLD ME "TAKE IT TO ISUZU". THIS WAS WELL WITHIN THE 30 DAYS. LATER ON DRIVING OVER 60 THE CAR STEERING WOULD SHAKE AND IT FELT TERRIBLE AND UNSAFE. I GO TO HONDA AND INSIST SOMETHING IS WRONG, BUT NO ONE WILL PUT IT UP AND LOOK AT IT!!. WE GET THE PAPERS OUT AND DISCOVER WHERE CALIPER PINS WERE DONE, AND BACK BRAKES AND PADS DONE. THEN WE FIND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL IN 2005 FOR THE FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRES? THEY NEVER DISCLOSED THIS TO US. WE JUST PUT BACK BRAKES ON AND THEY SAID THEY WERE DISENGRATED? THE SHOCKS GONE, STRUT RE-ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT? 1400 MILES LATER, THEY SAID THEY DID THAT ALREADY? HONDA SAID WE DROVE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON? FOR 1400 MILES? THEY TOLD US THE BRAKES WERE BAD! THAT THEY HAD NEARLY HOLES IN THEM. NO WONDER! DO I HAVE ANY RE-COURSE AGAINST THEM. DOES THIS FALL UNDER CONSUMER FRAUD? *CN
2007-12-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-23
- VIN: 4S2CK58W144
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVING AT 35 MPH IN HEAVY FOG DURING EARLY MORNING HOURS (VEHICLE HAD BEEN WARMED UP FOR 5 MINS PRIOR TO LEAVING DRIVEWAY), TACHOMETER "JOLTED" (UP AND DOWN BOUNCING ON THE DASH DISPLAY) APPROX 3 TIMES WITHIN A DISTANCE OF ONE MILE OR LESS AT THAT SPEED, TACH NEEDLE CAME TO REST EACH TIME AT 0 RPM, THEN FINALLY NEVER REGISTERED OR MOVED AGAIN. NEVER HAD HAPPENED BEFORE. NOTE: TOOK THE RODEO THROUGH HIGH PRESSURE AUTOMATIC CARWASH THE EVENING BEFORE, NOTICED WHEN THE HIGH PRESSURE SOAP WAS APPLIED AS I SAT IN THE VEHICLE, SOAP CAME THROUGH ONTO MY HEAVY DUTY MATS FROM UNDER THE PASSENGER SIDE FIRE WALL AREA. THE SOAP PUDDLED ONTO THE MAT, WAS DRY THIS MORNING WHEN I GOT IN TO COME TO WORK THIS MORNING. THEN THE TACH FAILURE OCCURRED. THE LEAKING OR WEEPING HAS NEVER HAPPENED IN ANY CAR WASH BEFORE LAST NIGHT. *TR
2004 Isuzu Rodeo recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo.
2013-10-31
- Manufacturer: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Rodeo and Axiom, and 2003 Rodeo Sport vehicles that were originally sold in, or are currently registered in, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, the District of Columbia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Kentucky and Missouri. These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion near the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link.
- Consequence: The corrosion may allow the bracket to detach from the frame, impacting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound. For vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the rear suspension lower link bracket and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed. In the event the corrosion is so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be sufficient, Isuzu will offer to repurchase the vehicle for an amount based on the Kelley Blue Book "Private Party" price. All inspections and remedies will be provided free of charge for vehicles that are 10 years old or less. For vehicles older than 10 years, Isuzu will offer a free remedy, but only if the vehicle is presented to an Isuzu service facility dealer within 12 months of when owner notifications were issued, after that time owners will be charged for the repairs. The recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2013. Isuzu owners may contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
2005-10-07
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES THAT HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO FUEL CONTAMINATED WITH SILICON MAY DEVELOP SMALL PIN HOLES IN THE FUEL PUMP FEED PORT. SILICON HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED IN THE FUEL SYSTEMS OF AFFECTED VEHICLES AND IN CERTAIN FUEL AVAILABLE IN THE REGION OF TYLER, TEXAS. THIS RECALL WILL BE LAUNCHED FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN TEXAS AND THE FOUR SURROUNDING STATES: OKLAHOMA, ARKANSAS, NEW MEXICO AND LOUISIANA.
- Consequence: A FUEL LEAK COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy: FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN THE STATES IDENTIFIED ABOVE, DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A NEW COVER OVER THE EXISTING FEED PORT ON THE FUEL PUMP OR, IF THE EXISTING FEED PORT HAS ALREADY BEEN DAMAGED, DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FUEL PUMP THAT IS EQUIPPED WITH THE NEW COVER. THE NEW COVER WILL BE MADE OF A DIFFERENT MATERIAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 25, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
Negative 2004 Isuzu Rodeo car reviews
Positive 2004 Isuzu Rodeo car reviews
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I love this car!
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I believe that this SUV is an excellent choice for small families and single individuals. Unlike some other SUVs, it is not too large and overwhelming. Instead, it strikes a perfect balance as a midsize vehicle with a powerful V6 engine. The four-wheel drive is also great for off-roading or driving in snowy conditions. Personally, I am a repeat buyer and will continue to be as long as they keep producing the Rodeo. Best regards, WPC3.
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It's functional and simplistic. Maybe it was the ease of getting in and out. Maybe it just makes you feel cool. I don't know. I drove it a while ago and would be hard-pressed to describe why I liked it so much. The suspension could be better, but I usually drive in stop-and-go traffic. The only time I really tax a suspension is when accelerating off a steep parking lot down onto a street at an angle. I don't think a soft suspension is bad as long as you're not rocking side to side.
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I just bought my Rodeo and I'm loving it so far! It's got great power and handles like a champ. The six-disc changer is really cool and the volume audio controls are similar to the Cherokee Laredo.
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Thank you, God, for my 2004 Rodeo! I have owned three Isuzu vehicles in my lifetime, and they have all been amazing. My 1993 Pick Up was the best ever, my Copper 2000 Amigo was sitting on dubs, and now my new 2004 Rodeo has me feeling over the moon. Isuzu's motto should be 'add gas, oil, and go' because I have never had a problem with any of their vehicles. If you're looking for an SUV that is reliable and won't cost you an arm and a leg to maintain, look no further! You'll never have to worry about getting stuck driving your friends around while their SUV is in the shop.
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2004 Isuzu Rodeo Problems and Complaints - 6 Issues
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2004 3.5L Isuzu Rodeo random misfire issues. | Isuzu SUV Forum
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Nov 8, 2016 ... There is a high pressure fuel sensor attached to the fuel rail that monitors the pressure, There is a low pressure fuel sensor attached to the ...
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Dec 20, 2019 ... Yes, I read reviews but most of the oil burning issues were for 2000 and early rodeo. But someone mentioned that the isuzu rodeo burning 1 quart ...
Q&A: 2004 Isuzu Rodeo Auto Repair | Common Problems & Reviews
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Apr 15, 2021 ... If your oil is full or fuel you likely have a broken injector that will need to be replaced. Ask Your Own Car Question.
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Are you having problems with your 2004 Isuzu Rodeo?
Howard Littel 2024-11-10
The car's performance has been inconsistent, with a mushy ride and occasional REDUCED POWER light warnings that can be concerning. However, we are confident in our ability to diagnose and address any issues to ensure the car is safe and reliable for our customers.
Orin Monahan 2024-11-09
I am not satisfied with the performance of this truck. The drive feels weak and lacks pick-up. In comparison, my mother's 4 cylinder car has more vroom. I find it difficult to enjoy driving this truck, especially considering that I have only owned it for less than a year. I regret my decision to purchase it.
Odell Beier 2024-08-20
Congratulations on your purchase of a '99 Rodeo! I'm glad to hear that the 4X4 worked excellently during your first winter in N.Y., getting you safely on the road and in and out of the snow.
Skye Keeling 2024-04-27
The dealership has informed me that they will not cover warranty work. However, I have noticed several issues with my vehicle, such as the ignition sticking, idling at 1600rpm's all the time, and clunking in the rear end when leaving a stop light. Despite taking it in twice before for the ignition sticking, I was not informed that this was a design feature. I am disappointed with the quality of the vehicle and will not be purchasing another one in the future.
Vince Nitzsche 2024-01-20
I understand that you have experienced some issues with your car, but I can assure you that I am confident in my ability to diagnose and fix the problems. Please bring your car to my shop and I will take a look at it. I am confident that I can resolve any issues you are experiencing and get your car running smoothly again.