2001 Isuzu Vehicross problems
The Isuzu VehiCROSS is a compact SUV from Isuzu. Produced from 1997 through 2001 (Japanese market 1997–1999; US market 1999–2001), it shares many of its components with the Trooper, including both its 3.2 L and 3.5 L V6 engine that produces 215 bhp (160 kW; 218 PS) at 5400 rpm and 230 lb⋅ft (312 N⋅m) of torque at 3000 rpm. The vehicle also features the Torque on Demand (TOD) 4-wheel-drive system produced by BorgWarner. It is a small, sporty 2-door crossover vehicle with aggressive external styling, including short overhangs, an aggressive forward stance, titanium "teeth" in the grille, a black hood-insert, and black plastic cladding over the entire lower half of the vehicle. The US VehiCROSS came equipped with 16" polished wheels in 1999 and 18" chrome wheels during the remainder of production. The Japanese version came equipped with 16" alloys with chrome center caps.
The VehiCROSS combined a computer-controlled AWD system for on-road driving and a low-gear 4WD system for off-road driving. The Japanese version offered a 2WD non TOD or 4WD TOD option. The US-only constant 4WD TOD, with 12 independent sensors for detecting wheel spin and capable of redirecting power to the wheels with the most traction, gives the VehiCROSS a high level of traction on wet and icy roads. It also has a high level of performance for its height. While possessing on-road nimbleness, its body-on-frame truck construction, suspension and 4WD gearing make it very capable off-road.
Sales were intentionally limited, with only 5,958 vehicles being produced between 1997 and 2001; 1,805 were produced for the domestic Japanese market and the remaining 4,153 sold in the United States. It appears that Isuzu revisited a limited production approach they used in the mid-1960s with the dramatic 117 Coupe and the later Isuzu Piazza to produce an exclusive two door vehicle. Japanese sales were limited by the fact that the exterior width dimensions were not in compliance with Japanese Government dimension regulations, and the engine displacement obligated Japanese drivers for higher levels of annual road tax. The vehicle had a base price of $28,900.
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Common 2001 Isuzu Vehicross problems
The Isuzu Vehicross 2001 is known for its unique design and off-road capabilities, but there are some common problems that owners have reported.
Firstly, the Vehicross has a reputation for poor fuel economy. With an EPA rating of 16/15/19 mpg (city/highway/combined), it is not the most fuel-efficient vehicle in its class. This can be a significant issue for those who drive long distances or need to save on fuel costs.
Another common problem is the difficulty in obtaining new body or interior parts. The Vehicross was only produced in limited numbers, and as a result, new parts are hard to come by. This can make repairs and maintenance more challenging and potentially more expensive than with other vehicles.
The Vehicross also has a reputation for being a bit of a handful to drive on a daily basis. Its unique design and high ground clearance can make it feel unstable on the road, and the visibility from the driver's seat is not the best. This can make it a challenging vehicle to drive in heavy traffic or in tight spaces.
However, the Vehicross does have some strengths. It is known for its off-road capabilities, with a powerful engine and a suspension system that can handle rough terrain. It is also a reliable vehicle, with many owners reporting that it can handle high mileage without major issues.
In summary, the Isuzu Vehicross 2001 is a unique and capable vehicle, but it does have some common problems that owners should be aware of. Poor fuel economy, difficulty in obtaining new parts, and a challenging driving experience are all factors to consider before purchasing a Vehicross. However, its off-road capabilities and reliability make it a popular choice for those who need a vehicle that can handle rough terrain and high mileage.
How rare is a Isuzu Vehicross?
Sales were intentionally limited, with only 5,958 vehicles being produced between 1997 and 2001; 1,805 were produced for the domestic Japanese market and the remaining 4,153 sold in the United States.
What engine is in the Isuzu Vehicross?
Sitting in the engine bay is a 3.5-liter 6VE1 V6 producing 215 HP and 230 lb-ft torque. That's driving a four-speed automatic through Isuzu's advanced Torque-On-Demand automatic 4×4 system.
How big is the gas tank on a Vehicross?
22.5 gal
Fuel & MPG
292.5/382.5 mi. 22.5 gal.
What is the curb weight of a 1999 Isuzu Vehicross?
3,955 lbs.
Used 1999 Isuzu VehiCROSS - Specs & Features
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 13.9 cu.ft. |
| Turning circle | 34.1 ft. |
| Ground clearance | 8.4 in. |
| Curb weight | 3,955 lbs. |
2001 Isuzu Vehicross car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Isuzu Vehicross problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Visibility problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Electrical system problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Electronic stability control (esc) problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2001 Isuzu Vehicross vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2001 Isuzu Vehicross complaints
The NHTSA has received 23 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2001 Isuzu Vehicross.
VISIBILITY,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-10-01
- VIN: JACCN57XX17
- Components: VISIBILITY,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: RIGHT POWER WINDOW STARTED TO MALFUNCTION, WINDOW GLASS GOING DOWN AND UP MISALIGNED. EMISSIONS OF STRONG FUEL ODOR WHENEVER THE VEHICLE IS PARKED AND THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. THIS IS A ROUGHLY 33K MILE VEHICLE, AND CAREFULLY MAINTAINED. THE "ISUZU RODEO SPORT SAFETY RECALL CONCERNING FUEL SYSTEMS" CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO THIS SAME PROBLEM AS THEY SHARE THE SAME/MOST MECHANICAL FEATURES AND FACTORY EQUIPMENTS. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-12-09
- VIN: JACCN57X117
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: IN RAPID SUCCESSION I NOTICED THE FAILURE OF MY TURN SIGNALS, MY CRUISE CONTROL, MY POWER WINDOWS AND MY ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND IS ROUGH). IN RESEARCHING THIS ON THE VEHICROSS. INFO FORUMS WEBSITE, I READ WHERE OTHER OWNERS HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AND TRACED THEM TO ELECTRICAL WIRING FRAYED WHEN IT PASSED THROUGH COMPARTMENTS WITHIN THE VEHICLE. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-29
- VIN: JACCN57X617
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 ISUZU VEHICROSS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE ABS LIGHT THEN BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIPS WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT HIS EXPENSE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 55,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 60,000.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-10-09
- VIN: JACCN57X317
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW SLOWS, TILTS FORWARD, AND WILL NOT CLOSE ALL THE WAY. *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-01
- VIN: JACCN57X117
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I OWN TWO 2001 ISUZU VEHICROSS'S. I BOUGHT THEM USED 1 AND 2 YEARS AGO, RESPECTIVELY. MY FIRST ONE WAS PURCHASED WITH 11,000 MILES ON IT, AND THE SECOND ONE WITH 36,000 MILES ON IT. UPON PURCHASE OF MY FIRST ONE, THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISM ON BOTH SIDES HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE TRACK ALIGNMENT. I'M SEEING SIMILAR ISSUES WITH MY SECOND VEHICROSS AS WELL. MY FIRST VEHICROSS WAS FIXED BY A DEALER, UNDER WARRANTY, ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS. AFTER THE WARRANTY RAN OUT, THE ISSUE AGAIN PRESENTED ITSELF, AND I HAD TO PAY OVER $600 TO GET THE ISSUE FIXED. EVEN THEN, THE ISSUE REAPPEARED AFTER ONLY A FEW MONTHS. MY SECOND VEHICROSS HAS THE SAME EXACT ISSUES WITH THE WINDOW BINDING, AND TRACK MISALIGNMENT, CAUSING THE MOTORS TO WEAR. UPON COMING IN CONTACT WITH AN ORGANIZATION OF SEVERAL HUNDRED VEHICROSS ENTHUSIASTS I DISCOVERED THAT THIS TYPE OF WINDOW FAILURE IS EPIDEMIC WITH THIS MODEL CAR. SOME OF THE OWNERS HAVE HAD MULTIPLE FAILURES -- I.E., THE WINDOWS HAVE BEEN FIXED ONLY TO FAIL AGAIN, SOMETIMES THREE OR FOUR TIMES. I HAVE CONTACTED ISUZU BUT THEY DENY THERE IS A PROBLEM. ON THE OTHER HAND I UNDERSTAND THERE ARE OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS BY ISUZU THAT DO RECOGNIZE THIS PROBLEM. SINCE THERE WAS A LIMITED DISTRIBUTION OF THIS PARTICULAR MODEL CAR -- SOMEWHERE IN THE AREA OF 4000 PLUS OVER A FOUR YEAR PERIOD -- IT APPEARS THE WINDOW FAILURE RATE IS A HIGH PERCENTAGE OF THAT TOTAL NUMBER. I WOULD ASK THAT THE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATE THIS PROBLEM, INCLUDING INVESTIGATION OF THE INTERNAL ISUZU DOCUMENT MENTIONED ABOVE. IF THERE IS, AS IT APPEARS, A DESIGN FLAW IN THE WINDOW MECHANISM, THEN THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF VEHICROSS OWNERS WHO HAVE IMPROPERLY BEEN CHARGED TO REPAIR IT, SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES. *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-12-01
- VIN: JACCN57X717
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 ISUZU VEHICROSS AND WOULD LIKE ISUZU TO OWN UP TO A DESIGN FLAW. I HAVE HAD THIS FIXED 3 TIMES WHILE UNDER WARRANTY AND THE PROBLEM COMES RIGHT BACK SOON AFTER THEY REPLACE THE "WINDOW REGULATOR". AT THE MOMENT BOTH OF MY WINDOWS ARE UNABLE TO ROLL UP WITHOUT MY ASSISTANCE. THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM IN THE COLD OF ALASKA AS IF I NEED TO ROLL MY PASSENGER WINDOW DOWN I NEED TO LEAN INTO THE PASSENGER SEAT IN ORDER TO ROLL IT UP AND I FIND MYSELF DOING THIS AT UNWANTED/UNSAFE TIMES DUE TO THE COLD. ALSO IF A FRIEND IS IN THE CAR THEY TEND TO SMASH THEIR FINGERS IN THE WINDOW WHEN PULLING IT UP. I AM SICK OF ISUZU SAYING THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT.... IT IS OBVIOUSLY A DESIGN FLAW AS EVERY VEHICROSS I HAVE EVER SEEN HAS HAD THE SAME PROBLEM!!!!!!!!! AND AS FOR THE INCIDENT DATE THIS HAS HAPPENED FIVE TIMES (SINCE DATE I SAID WAS THE INCIDENT) SO THERE IS NOT JUST A SINGLE INCIDENT. *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-06
- VIN: JACCN57X717
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 VEHICROSS BY ISUZU. THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWIS STARTING TO BIND AS IT GOES UP TO CLOSE PUTTING A SEVERE STRAIN ON THE WINDOW MECHANISM. UPON COMING IN CONTACT WITH AN ORGANIZATION OF SEVERAL HUNDRED VEHICROSS ENTHUSIASTS I DISCOVERED THAT THIS TYPE OF WINDOW FAILURE IS EPIDEMIC WITH THIS MODEL CAR. SOME OF THE OWNERS HAVE HAD MULTIPLE FAILURES -- I.E., THE WINDOWS HAVE BEEN FIXED ONLY TO FAIL AGAIN, SOMETIMES THREE OR FOUR TIMES. AT THE MOMENT I HAVE 39000 MILES ON THE CAR AND NOW THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW IS BEGINNING TO FAIL. ISUZU DENNIES THERE IS A PROBLEM. ON THE OTHER HAND I UNDERSTAND THERE ARE OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS BY ISUZU THAT DO RECOGNIZE THIS PROBLEM. SINCE THERE WAS A LIMITED DISTRIBUTION OF THIS PARTICULAR MODEL CAR -- SOMEWHERE IN THE AREA OF 4000 PLUS OVER A FOUR YEAR PERIOD -- IT APPEARS THE WINDOW FAILURE RATE IS A HIGH PERCENTAGE OF THAT TOTAL NUMBER. I WOULD ASK THAT THE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATE THIS PROBLEM, INCLUDING INVESTIGATION OF THE INTERNAL ISUZU DOCUMENT MENTIONED ABOVE. IF THERE IS, AS IT APPEARS, A DESIGN FLAW IN THE WINDOW MECHANISM, THEN THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF VEHICROSS OWNERS WHO HAVE IMPROPERLY BEEN CHARGED TO REPAIR IT, SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES AND IT LOOKS LIKE I WILL BE JOINING THEIR RANKS.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-06
- VIN: JACCN57X017
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: BOTH POWER WINDOWS FAILED WITHIN A WEEK OF EACH OTHER. WINDOW WOULD JAM AND COME OUT OF THE TRACK WHEN ATTEMPTING TO RAISE FROM A DOWN POSSITION.
VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-24
- VIN: JACCN57X417
- Components: VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS,WHEELS
- Summary: THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE WINDOWS FAILED TO ROLL UP AND DOWN ON THEIR OWN. THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT BOTH WINDOWS FELL OFF TRACK, AND THE DRIVER TRIED TO PULL UP THE WINDOWS BUT FAILED TO DO SO. THE CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE WINDOW NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK THE SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT AND THE CHROME WHEELS WERE PEELING AND WERE REPLACED. *SC *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-09-23
- VIN: JACCN57XX17
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I HAD THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW MECHANISM (THE REGULATOR) FAIL WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR. I HAD IT LATER REPLACED BY THE DEALER, ONLY TO FAIL AGAIN A COUPLE OF MONTHS LATER. I HAVE GIVEN UP GETTING IT FIXED AGAIN BECAUSE IT IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY ANY MORE. THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM THAT EVERY OTHER VEHICROSS OWNER I KNOW OF HAS.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-18
- VIN: JACCN57X217
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 VEHICROSS BY ISUZU. I BOUGHT IT NEW IN 2001. ABOUT A YEAR AFTER GETTING THE VEHICLE THE DRIVER'S SIDE POWER WINDOW MECHANISM HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE TRACK ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER FIXED IT, BUT I HAVE SINCE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE PASSENGER SIDE, AND DEALER WANTED $800 TO FIX IT. CURRENTLY, THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WAS SHOWING THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN. I HAVE TO HELP IT BY PULLING ON THE WINDOW WHEN I AM RAISING IT. ONLY 4000 OF THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED AND A LARGE PORTION OF THEM HAVE THIS WINDOW PROBLEM.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-27
- VIN: JACCN57X717
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: (1) APPROXIMATELY 1 YEAR AFTER THE CAR WAS FIRST DELIVERED NEW, THE POWER WINDOWS BEGAN TO FAIL. THE WINDOWS BEGAN TO RISE SLOWLY WITH THE WINDOW BECOMING CROOKED IN THE TRACK. (2) (A) FIRST FAILURE OCCURRED 9/30/03. WINDOW CEASED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY; OFF THE TRACK AND RISING CROOKED. (B) SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED 10/14/03. WINDOW BECAME INOPERABLE ONLY HALF WAY UP THE TRACK. C) WINDOW CONTINUED INOPERABLE UNTIL REPAIRED ON 10/27/03. (D) THIRD FAILURE OCCURRED 9/10/04. WINDOW BEGAN RISING IMPROPERLY. (3) (A) INSPECTED BY DEALER, NO REPAIR SPECIFIED. (B) WINDOW REMOVED AND REINSTALLED ALONG WITH SHIM REGULATOR. (C) REPLACED BOTH WINDOW RUNS. (D) WINDOW TEMPORARILY GLUED AS A FIX WHILE PARTS ARE ON SPECIAL ORDER. ON 9/27/04 THE WINDOW GLASS AND RUNNER REPLACED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. NOTE: NO PARTS WERE KEPT, ALL WORK DONE BY DEALER UNDER WARRANTY. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-14
- VIN: JACCN57X217
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDOWS FAILED TO GO UP SMOOTHLY. THEY WOULD BIND, CAUSING WINDOWS TO APPEAR OFF TRACK AND STOP WHILE THE WINDOW MOTOR CONTINUED TO TRY TO RUN. THIS HAPPENED ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE. UNDER WARRANTY, THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, AND SEVERAL MONTHS LATER, THE PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. NOW, THE DEALERSHIP IS CHARGING ME FOR THE SECOND REPAIR OF BOTH WINDOWS.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-12
- VIN: JACCN57X617
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 VEHICROSS BY ISUZU. I BOUGHT IT LAST WEEK AND IT HAS 55000 MILES ON IT. IMMEDIATELY I DISCOVERED THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISM ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEEMED TO BE MIS ADJUSTED AS THE WINDOW WOULD POP OUT OF TRACK AS IT WAS ROLLED UP. UPON COMING INTO CONTACT WITH AN ORGANIZATION OF SEVERAL HUNDRED VEHICROSS ENTHUSIASTS , WWW.VEHICROSS.INFORMATION, I DISCOVERED THAT THIS TYPE OF WINDOW FAILURE IS EPIDEMIC WITH THIS MODEL CAR. SOME OF THE OWNERS HAVE HAD MULTIPLE FAILURES -- I.E., THE WINDOWS HAVE BEEN FIXED ONLY TO FAIL AGAIN, SOMETIMES THREE OR FOUR TIMES. AT THE MOMENT I HAVE 55, 500 MILES ON THE CAR, AND NOW THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW IS BEGINNING TO FAIL. I HAVE CONTACTED MY NEAREST ISUZU DEALERSHIP. BUT THEY REFUSED TO RETURN MY CALLS. I UNDERSTAND THERE ARE OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS BY ISUZU THAT DO RECOGNIZE THIS PROBLEM. SINCE THERE WAS A LIMITED DISTRIBUTION OF THIS PARTICULAR MODEL CAR -- SOMEWHERE IN THE AREA OF 4000 PLUS OVER A 3 YEAR PERIOD -- IT APPEARS THE WINDOW FAILURE RATE IS A HIGH PERCENTAGE OF THAT TOTAL NUMBER. I WOULD ASK THAT THE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATE THIS PROBLEM, INCLUDING INVESTIGATION OF THE INTERNAL ISUZU DOCUMENT MENTIONED ABOVE. IF THERE IS, AS IT APPEARS, A DESIGN FLAW IN THE WINDOW MECHANISM, THEN THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF VEHICROSS OWNERS WHO HAVE IMPROPERLY BEEN CHARGED TO REPAIR IT, SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-19
- VIN: JACCN57X317
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE POWER WINDOW BINDING AND SUBSEQUENT FAILURE. WINDOW 'SIEZED" HALFWAY UP IT'S TRACK, NOT WEATHER RELATED. PERFORMED A HASTY REPAIR IN PARKING LOT WITH BORROWED TOOLS. A FAILURE LIKE THIS WOULD EASILY RESULT IN WINDOW BREAKAGE. THANK GOD THAT IT DIDN'T OCCUR ON THE HIGHWAY. UPON FIRST OPPORTUNITY, DISMANTLED DOOR AND REPAIRED SOURCE -IMPROPER MECHANISM ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT. RE-ALIGNED COMPONENETS AND LUBED WINDOW TRACK WITH SPRAY GRAPHITE.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-05
- VIN: JACCN57X717
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE POWER WINDOWS ON MY 2001 ISUZU VEHICROSS DO NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BINDS AS IT GOES UP AND WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY WITHOUT HELP, SO I HAVE TO PUSH IT UP THE LAST 1/3 OF THE WAY. THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW NEEDS TO BE HELD IN THE TRACK FOR THE FIRST THIRD OF IT'S TRAVEL IN ORDER FOR IT TO CLOSE PROPERLY. THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM, BUT THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPT. HAS BEEN UNABLE TO PROVIDE ANYTHING OTHER THAN TEMPORARY FIXES. I DEAL WITH THIS PROBLEM EVERY DAY.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-17
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS KEEP FALLING OUT OF THEIR TRACKS WHEN RAISING THE WINDOW. I PHYSICALLY HAVE TO HOLD THE PASSENGER WINDOW IN ORDER TO GET IT UP. THIS IS AN IMFAMOUS PROBLEM WITH THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE. I HAVE SPOKEN TO A LOT OF OWNERS AND THEY ARE HAVING VERY SIMILAR PROBLEMS. 2001 ISUZU VEHICROSS, *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-01
- VIN: JACCN57X317
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: POWER WINDOW MOTOR FAILURE DUE WINDOW TRACK MISALINGMENT ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES. PASSENGER SIDE REPLACED IN JUNE OF 2004 UNDER WARRANTY BUT IS FAILING AGAIN.*AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-07
- VIN: JACCN57X917
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 VEHICROSS BY ISUZU. I BOUGHT IT NEW SIX MONTHS AGO AND HAD ONLY 14,000 MILES ON IT. A FEW MONTHS AGO THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISM ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE TRACK ALIGNMENT. AT THE MOMENT I HAVE 24,000 MILES ON THE CAR AND NOW THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW IS BEGINNING TO FAIL.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-29
- VIN: JACCN57X017
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: FOR THE THIRD TIME MY ELECTRIC WINDOW HAS FAILED. TWICE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE, AND ONCE ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. I PERSONALLY KNOW TWENTY OR MORE OTHER ISUZU VEHICROSS OWNERS THAT HAVE BEEN HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-14
- VIN: JACCN57X217
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE SIDE WINDOWS ON THE VEHICLE DO NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN PROPERLY AND GET OUT OF TRACK. OWNER ANTICIPATES THAT THIS COULD BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE WINDOWS CANNOT BE USED AS A SECONDARY EXIT IF THE DOOR WERE TO BE STUCK IN AN ACCIDENT.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-21
- VIN: JACCN57X117
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE WINDOWS FAILED TO ROLL UP AND DOWN ON THEIR ON. DRIVER TRIED TO ROLL THE WINDOWS UP AND FAILED TO DO SO. THEN, DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE POWER MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-15
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: PASSENGERS SIDE WINDOW DOES NOT PROPERLY GO ALL THE WAY DOWN OR EVEN ALL THE WAY UP. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK DEALERS CAN NOT FIX. *YD
Negative 2001 Isuzu Vehicross car reviews
Positive 2001 Isuzu Vehicross car reviews
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Your VehiCross sounds like an amazing vehicle! With over 140K miles and 102K driven over the last 4.5 years, it's impressive that you haven't had any reliability issues. Living at 10,000 ft in the Colorado Rockies, it's great to hear that it handles snow so well. The Recaro racing seats sound like they provide extreme comfort and support on long drives. It's clear that Isuzu engineering was excellent, and it's too bad they are no longer around. Currently owning 3 Isuzu SUVs is a testament to their ruggedness and reliability.
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The styling of this car is still futuristic and I absolutely love how solid it feels. It's built with over-kill durability and is impressively quiet, fast, and stable. People often stop me in parking lots to ask what it is and I'm proud to say that there were only 4,153 imported into the U.S. which makes it even more special to me. I plan on keeping it forever because it's just too cool and rare to sell, in my opinion. The only downside is that it doesn't have any cup holders, but I can live without them. Overall, I think this car is an amazing value and highly recommend it to anyone looking for something unique.
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The Vehicross may be seen as an in-your-face fashion statement by some, but underneath its exterior lies a heart that can handle even the toughest terrains. As someone who has worked as an Expedition Guide in Africa for several years, I have travelled on some of the continent's worst roads year-round, from Cape Town in the south all the way up to Egypt, through deserts and jungles that make the Darienne Gap look like a normal workday in the rainy season. In my experience, Isuzu and Toyota are the kings of durability and reliability, regardless of what Landrover's spin doctors may say. I once drove an Isuzu 2300 miles in just 48 hours, and it was an absolute pleasure, even on the blacktop. It's a pity to see the Vehicross in captivity and out of production, as it's like a (stubby) pig in mud out there.
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Although the power may be somewhat over-rated, the truck lets you know as soon as you hit the gas it's a V6. The turning radius is unbelievable, and the snow capabilities are unmatched.
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I love the looks I get, but there are squeaks everywhere.
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Are you having problems with your 2001 Isuzu Vehicross?
Jess Volkman 2024-09-16
Hey there! I noticed that the Vehicross could use some improvement in the 4-wheel drive department. While it may not be the most useful on-road, it has been performing great off-road!
Jarod Mann 2024-07-08
I fell in love with the VX when I first saw it back in 2000, so when I came across one while car shopping, I knew my decision was instantly made. Now that I have been the owner of a coveted silver Isuzu VX for over a year, I have mixed feelings about her... By the way, her name is Twiggy, named after the sexy little robot from the old Buck Rogers TV show.