2000 Isuzu Rodeo Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 37about this part
- Share
- 14%of 274 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 37 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo, 14% of the 274 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“At times when coming to a stop with foot on brake vehicle motor revs and lurches hard to keep stopped and you at times wind up in the middle of an intersection. I purchased the car from my sister because she was to scared to drive it. Vehicle was taken to Isuzu dealer twice but still has the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10420010, filed 2011-08, 50,367 miles“I have had to repeatedly put oil in my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. There is no engine leaks. Yet, it burns oil. The engine light only comes on when the engine is bone dry. In reading online forums, I was directed to place a complaint with this organization and also found out that I am not the only one with this problem but Isuzu is aware of this situation and does nothing to take of care of it or their customers!”
NHTSA complaint #10120277, filed 2005-05, 29,900 miles“I bought this car used with 50128 miles in april 3, 2004. On, july 12, 2004 around 55000 miles. I stopped and let the car running for 3 mins. I came back and the fuel sensor low light was flashing and the car said I was empty, but I knew I wasn't because I just filled the tank up that day. I started going and the fuel sensor said I had all my gas back. After that, everyday, the sensor will say low fuel after the sensor has passed 3/4 of a tank. …”
NHTSA complaint #10082386, filed 2004-07, 55,000 miles“Bought used 2000 Isuzu Rodeo 2 years ago only having 30,000 miles on it, since I bought it I have put oil in it about every 2 weeks, no leaks, just always seeming to be low. A week ago it just stopped, towing it to a garage only to find out it lost oil pressure which caused it to stop. The end result is it needs a new engine and it only has 50,000 miles on it. I do not have 7000 dollars to fix this problem and am at a loss as to what to do, on top of a car payment on top of it. Is there any recall or help I can get from the manufacturer?”
NHTSA complaint #10137130, filed 2005-09, 52,000 miles“In december 2003 we purchased our 2000 issues Rodeo ls with 55,987 miles. We followed the recommended guidelines for purchasing a used automobile. Taking every measure to insure that we were purchasing a vehicle that would perform well for us. We had a diagnostic test, also known as a used vehicle inspection, performed at our local Isuzu dealer. The vehicle passed. We then ran a car fax history report, everything checked out there as well. The vehicle then passed a smog check with flying colors. Four thousand miles went by and we performed a routine oil change. …”
NHTSA complaint #10081009, filed 2004-07, 64,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10154306Feb 19, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10154299Feb 18, 2019This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10154552Dec 3, 2018This preliminary information document communicates a tip on the way to diagnose possible induction or exhaust air leaks using the evaporative emission cart smoke machine and…
- 10115143Nov 30, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with…
- 10135322Oct 10, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with…
- 10112251Sep 24, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10112116Jul 17, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10112331Nov 1, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | 13% |
| 2003 | 4 | 25% |
| 2002 | 16 | 16% |
| 2001 | 22 | 6% |
| 2000 | 37 | 14% |
| 1999 | 50 | 9% |
| 1998 | 39 | 8% |
| 1997 | 16 | 14% |
| 1996 | 14 | 14% |
| 1995 | 20 | 11% |
| 1994 | 14 | 17% |
| 1993 | 5 | 15% |
| 1992 | 13 | 16% |
| 1991 | 7 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo
84 complaintsSuspension
65 complaintsBrakes
36 complaintsFuel system
30 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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