2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport Suspension Problems

“At last inspection, I was told by my mechanic that there is a lot of rear frame rust on my vehicle, and it may not be safe to drive as the rust progresses. There was a recall on these vehicles, but I never received a notice. I bought my 2002 Isuzu in sept. Of 2012. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle, and I would never sell it in the condition it is, I believe its not safe. I need a remedy.”

“I have a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport as I was driving done the road it suddunly darted across the center line into the other lane. I slowed the vehicle and got back in my lane but everytime I woud try to speed up it would dart to the side. I stopped the vehicle and found the the rear suspension lower link bracket had become detached. I had it hauled to a machanic and he told me that the frame at the point were the bracket attached was rusted through but he beleived there was a safety recal for this. I found online (NHTSA 10v436000) for this problem. …”

“I received a safety recall for my vehicle saying that excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash. Upon checking into this, I found out that the closest Isuzu dealer to me is 2 hours away. It really amazes me that Isuzu would want me to drive a vehicle with a safety recall 2 hours to have it checked out.”

“The contact owns a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. The contact stated that the frame and suspension were corroded. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the manufacturer was contacted who confirmed that the VIN did not qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number:10v436000 (suspension:rear). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 80,890.”

“The contact owns a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. The contact stated the frame was rotten where the brackets were attached to the frame. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated his VIN was not included in NHTSA recall campaign id 10v436000, suspension rear. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was 196,000. Updated 01/25/12”