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2002 Isuzu Axiom Engine Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
2%of 124 total for the year
Median mileage
95,665miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine of the 2002 Isuzu Axiom, 2% of the 124 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 95,665 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.

“I have a 2002 Isuzu Axiom with 84,000 miles. The transmission is slipping. Apparently this is a defect that many, many owners are experiencing or have experienced. This defect needs to be recalled and fixed by the manufacturer not to mention other issues with the power windows, check engine lights, starter failing to start right away”

NHTSA complaint #10903256, filed 2016-09, 85,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2002 Isuzu Axiom. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the engine stalled and the check transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to replicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,330. Updated 4/13/15”

NHTSA complaint #10679439, filed 2015-01, 106,330 miles

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2004424%
200222%

Other parts of the 2002 Isuzu Axiom

Transmission and drivetrain
35 complaintsBody and structure
31 complaintsBrakes
28 complaintsSuspension
22 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsTires
8 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2002 Isuzu Axiom

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology