1996 Isuzu Rodeo Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 10%of 97 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 150,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the body and structure of the 1996 Isuzu Rodeo, 10% of the 97 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 150,000 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.
“Hi, I own an Isuzu Rodeo s v6 (year 1996) and after having some problems with the fuel pump my mechanic alerted me about an advanced rusting deterioration on the structural frame of the car. Not only the body of the car is rusted but the fuel line pipes as well. The break fluid pipe broke two years ago due to rusting but fortunately I was able to stop the car by reducing gears. The rest of the car is in great condition (mechanically, electrically, etc) and it is a shame that in vital parts of the car Isuzu used cheap/non-resistant material.”
NHTSA complaint #10386130, filed 2011-03, 111,000 miles“The frame of this vehicle is rusted excessively and is deemed by qualified mechanics as not roadworthy. All other parts of the vehicle work properly and the vehicle still looks great.”
NHTSA complaint #10594406, filed 2014-05, 153,213 miles“Effective part: the 2 main frames are rust out and could break at anytime. We believe one of the reasons why the frames are deteriorating is from salt during the winter. Do to the company bad framing.”
NHTSA complaint #10460852, filed 2012-06, 166,000 miles“The frame of my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo is completely rusted out. When searching online, I found that this is a very large issue that Isuzu is having. There are several other testimonials stating that their Isuzu Rodeo's frame is rusted away, and they have less then 100,000 miles on it. My Rodeo has 110,000 miles, but has probably been rusted out some time ago. There is absolutely no reason that a frame to any manufactured vehicle should be rusted out around 100,000 miles. Many, many other components to the car should be going bad well before the frame rots out. …”
NHTSA complaint #10416774, filed 2011-08“The frame of my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo is completely rusted out. When searching online, I found that this is a very large issue that Isuzu is having. There are several other testimonials stating that their Isuzu Rodeo's frame is rusted away, and they have less then 100,000 miles on it. My Rodeo has 110,000 miles, but has probably been rusted out some time ago. There is absolutely no reason that a frame to any manufactured vehicle should be rusted out around 100,000 miles. Many, many other components to the car should be going bad well before the frame rots out. …”
NHTSA complaint #10416776, filed 2011-08Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3 | 8% |
| 2003 | 4 | 25% |
| 2002 | 22 | 22% |
| 2001 | 214 | 55% |
| 2000 | 84 | 31% |
| 1999 | 72 | 13% |
| 1998 | 69 | 14% |
| 1997 | 32 | 27% |
| 1996 | 10 | 10% |
| 1995 | 22 | 13% |
| 1994 | 6 | 7% |
| 1993 | 2 | 6% |
| 1992 | 3 | 4% |
| 1991 | 4 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1996 Isuzu Rodeo
22 complaintsEngine cooling
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Isuzu Rodeo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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