1991 Isuzu Rodeo Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 29%of 42 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 180,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo, 29% of the 42 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 180,000 miles. 5 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Dt: vehicle was destroyed in a fire. Transmission indicator light came on, and driver pulled over and saw flames coming from under the hood. Vehicle had a recall but callers vehicle was not involved in the recall due to VIN. Attempts were made to contact manufacturer, but caller couldn't reach anyone.”
NHTSA complaint #10123728, filed 2005-06, 180,000 miles“While driving at 55 MPH on highway noticed smoke coming through the driver's side. Vehicle caught on fire due to transmission failure after recall repairs. Recall 91v118000.”
NHTSA complaint #846928, filed 1999-11Related recalls
- 91V118000Jul 12, 1991The transmission fluid level gauges (dip sticks) installed in these vehicles are not to designed specifications. The gauge indicates that transmission fluid…Covers: Isuzu Rodeo 1991
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 4 | 10% |
| 2003 | 2 | 13% |
| 2002 | 18 | 18% |
| 2001 | 18 | 5% |
| 2000 | 18 | 7% |
| 1999 | 37 | 7% |
| 1998 | 22 | 5% |
| 1997 | 10 | 8% |
| 1996 | 5 | 5% |
| 1995 | 15 | 9% |
| 1994 | 15 | 18% |
| 1993 | 4 | 12% |
| 1992 | 23 | 29% |
| 1991 | 12 | 29% |
Other parts of the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Isuzu Rodeo
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology