2000 Isuzu Amigo Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.2L 4-cyl RWD · 18 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Isuzu Amigo (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2000 Isuzu Amigo. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and air bags (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 45,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 6 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling4 40%
- Brakes2 20%
- Air bags1 10%
- Fuel system1 10%
- Seats1 10%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Engine using oil, took to dealer, had to pay 240.00 for engine cleaning to try to fix problem with rings sticking. Isuzu knew there was a problem. After paying for service engine was still using 1 quart of oil in 500 miles. Dealer replaced rings in engine check engine light has intermittently flashed ever since service was done, doesn't stay on though. Have to return to dealer again.”
NHTSA complaint #10023108, filed 2003-06, 27,000 milesAir bags: “My wife and daughter were involved in a crash with our 2000 Isuzu Amigo. My wife impacted a vehicle which had crashed into another vehicle at approximately 25 MPH. Neither air bag deployed nor did the seat belt tighten up to restrain my wife, which resulted in her impacting the steering wheel. At the same time, the drivers seat moved forward and did not remain stationary.”
NHTSA complaint #729997, filed 2000-09Fuel system: “Fuel sensor failed. One wire wore out on the fuel sensor. The fuel pump had to be replaced costing $660. The Isuzu Amigo was only 31/2 years old at the time.”
NHTSA complaint #10100150, filed 2004-11, 45,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
67% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 27,000 and 50,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2000 Isuzu Amigo version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amigo 2WD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 21 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Amigo 2WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Amigo 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Amigo 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 12V306000Jun 29, 2012Suspension › RearCovers: Isuzu Amigo 1998–2001, Rodeo Sport 2002
Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2000 amigo and model year 2001-2002 rodeo sport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york…
Recall details for the 2000 Isuzu Amigo → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 6 on record; the latest 6 are shown.
- 10237146May 8, 2023Other or unknown. 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…
- 10218932Aug 30, 2022Equipment. 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…
- 10218927Aug 2, 2022Equipment. 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…
- 10217004Jul 20, 2022Equipment, Engine cooling. The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic support to Isuzu dealer technicians repairing Isuzu vehicles in and out of vehicle…
- 10217001Jul 20, 2022Equipment. The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various Isuzu Workshop Manuals and bulletins. If a Threebond product is unavailable, we recommend…
- 10022539Jul 1, 2007Brakes. Rear brake rotors.
Other model years of the Isuzu Amigo
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 10 | 45,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 70 | 107,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 78 | 95,000 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1994 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 6 | 91,070 | 0 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 5 | — | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 5 | — | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Isuzu Amigo have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2000 Isuzu Amigo as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Isuzu Amigo is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2000 Isuzu Amigo been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Isuzu Amigo get?
The EPA rates the 2000 Isuzu Amigo (Amigo 2WD, 2.2L 4-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 18 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 Isuzu Amigo reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 45,000 miles and the middle half falls between 27,000 and 50,000 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.