1998 Isuzu Amigo Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 14%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,882miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 1998 Isuzu Amigo, 14% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,882 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle keeps stalling when slowing down at stops or while slowing down to make turns. At which point, power steering is impossible and this presents a dangerous situation. Problem was first noticed in 11/2002, recurred in 05/2003, both times, the dealer rectified problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10062219, filed 2004-03, 77,882 miles“Engine check light illuminated; mechanic determined a leak in the right side (passenger side) intake manifold (fitting) causing vehicle to stall out whenever slowing down or while idling; also presented dangerous condition when vehicle stalled at approx. 40 MPH exiting on a exit ramp to enter the long island expressway!; I can hear a hissing noise from the engine.”
NHTSA complaint #757430, filed 2002-01“When driving on wet pavement and upon making a normal stop, consumer experienced complete brake failure, resulting in extended stopping distance. Cause unknown. Also, gas tank has separated from bottom of vehicle, causing a fuel leakage, sun roof cover doesn't stay intact, and seat belt and gas pedal stick. Consumer has contacted dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #858469, filed 2000-03Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 Isuzu Amigo
22 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Isuzu Amigo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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