2000 Isuzu Rodeo Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 30about this part
- Share
- 11%of 274 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 30 complaints about the fuel system of the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo, 11% of the 274 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,500 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The gas gauge is faulty. I have heard of many complaints and that when there are hard shifts (turns) or press harder on the acceleration causes the gas gauge to work incorrectly and the gas light comes on. This is happening to my car currently. Furthermore, after the light comes on the check engine light comes on.”
NHTSA complaint #10169291, filed 2006-09, 37,000 miles“I purchased an Isuzu Rodeo, 2000 ls 3.2l v6. The gas gauge has been showing empty since I purchased it. The check engine light comes on as well. I went through hundreds of complaints on the internet with the same problem. Isuzu should pay for it!”
NHTSA complaint #10173801, filed 2006-11, 90,123 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“Lost control of vehicle which resulted in a front end collision. My speed was about 45 MPH at time of impact. Vehicle ignited instantly. The flames were coming from under the hood, closest to the windshield on the passenger side. Was prompted by a relative to file a complaint. I was told that the vehicle should not have burned and should have had a cut-off for fuel line. The vehicle was totally consumed and exploded within what seemed like 5-15 min. …”
NHTSA complaint #10016889, filed 2003-05, 52,000 miles“The check engine light and fuel light blinks almost continuously as a result of incorrect information being sent by the fuel sensor/sending unit. The lights will come on even when the tank is full! Also, with less than 60,000 miles on an engine warranted to 125,000, I am burning oil at the rate of 1 quart every 2,000 miles. I have not taken it to a dealer since the reports I have read say that the delaerships simply say that is normal. I have owned cars as long as 150,000 miles, and I certainly don't think this oil consumption is normal !!”
NHTSA complaint #10082742, filed 2004-07, 50,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 8 | 21% |
| 2003 | 2 | 13% |
| 2002 | 4 | 4% |
| 2001 | 27 | 7% |
| 2000 | 30 | 11% |
| 1999 | 91 | 17% |
| 1998 | 32 | 7% |
| 1997 | 6 | 5% |
| 1996 | 2 | 2% |
| 1995 | 2 | 1% |
| 1994 | 3 | 4% |
| 1993 | 3 | 9% |
| 1992 | 4 | 5% |
| 1991 | 3 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2000 Isuzu Rodeo
84 complaintsSuspension
65 complaintsEngine cooling
37 complaintsBrakes
36 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 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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