1997 Isuzu Rodeo Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 118 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo, 2% of the 118 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,000 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.
“2006 I purchased 1997 Isuzu Rodeo. Not long after we noticed engine made a ticking sound brought it to shop and found out there was no oil pressure. We had to have engine replaced it took about 2 months. They had to replace engine 2. First one they installed was also blown. Engine still ticks. There is also problems with the SUV wanting to accelerate while at a stop. Sometimes not even holding the break firm stops it from rolling. The heater core started leaking antifreeze into the vehicle. The replacement fee just for the part is 400.00. I have read many reports of airbags not deploying.”
NHTSA complaint #10328399, filed 2010-05, 10,000 miles“While driving about 35-40mph, the hatchback would pop open for no reason. This has happened more than 10 times. Its an intermittent problem. At times one can hear the motor running to unlock latch. Took to dealer & mechanic said no problem to find. Hatchback did not pop open at dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #823790, filed 1998-05Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo
32 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsWheels
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsTires
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo
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.
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