2004 Isuzu Rodeo Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 13%of 39 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the electrical system of the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo, 13% of the 39 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,000 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.
“I had issue with my '04 Isuzu Rodeo for about a year now different issues. First my engine is eating up all the oil. I got an synthetic oil change on feb7 and on mar8 the stick had no oil I took it back and they topped everything but they couldn't find a leak unless the engine was consuming the oil last year I took my car in to suzuki dealer ship because of the oil issue and they couldn't find any problems they just change the starter. …”
NHTSA complaint #10504280, filed 2013-03, 160,000 miles“Driving at 35 MPH in heavy fog during early morning hours (vehicle had been warmed up for 5 mins prior to leaving driveway), tachometer jolted (up and down bouncing on the dash display) approx 3 times within a distance of one mile or less at that speed, tach needle came to rest each time at 0 RPM, then finally never registered or moved again. Never had happened before. …”
NHTSA complaint #10212600, filed 2007-12, 64,475 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. While the vehicle was being serviced for an unrelated repair, the mechanic noticed that the brake line was rusted and caused brake fluid to leak. The mechanic also stated that both of the rear brakes, calipers, and brake lines needed to be replaced. A non-certified mechanic performed a temporary repair on the vehicle to stop the brake fluid leak. In addition, the contact had to make several attempts to remove the key from the ignition switch. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10597006, filed 2014-06, 89,000 miles“Cup of coffee was in cup holder. Was spilled accidentally onto console. Appears all the electrical modules are under the cup holder with no protective cover. Caused transmission controller module to short circuit. Check 4 wd light. 4l kept flashing, ABS light and check engine light all stayed on. Vehicle didn't want to run at first. After he stayed running sounded as if a fire engine siren was behind me winding down. No fire truck.....appears it was the 4wd. …”
NHTSA complaint #10447998, filed 2012-02“Electrical issues rear driver side passenger window will not always go uo or down from master control on driver door. Front passenger window when going up will not go up straight but at a slant as if beginning to fall off track. On 3 occasions vehicle has not started due to alarm? Turn signal (left) does not function properly, keeps popping out of place.”
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Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | 13% |
| 2003 | 1 | 6% |
| 2002 | 4 | 4% |
| 2001 | 20 | 5% |
| 2000 | 15 | 5% |
| 1999 | 27 | 5% |
| 1998 | 30 | 6% |
| 1997 | 7 | 6% |
| 1996 | 5 | 5% |
| 1995 | 18 | 10% |
| 1994 | 13 | 16% |
| 1993 | 3 | 9% |
| 1992 | 10 | 13% |
| 1991 | 6 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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