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1992 Isuzu Trooper Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
8about this part
Share
32%of 25 total for the year
Median mileage
188,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1992 Isuzu Trooper, 32% of the 25 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 188,000 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.

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.

“Present milage given is approximate. It has not been driven in months and I don't remember the reading. Our vehicle was in the dealer's shop for warranty work on the airconditioner and waterpump. Without telling us, they performed an oil pump relief valve replacement and cam journal plug retainers. Up to this point, the motor had never exhibited any oiling problems whatever. Prior to repair cold oil pres=100 PSI hot=50 PSI. Upon return of the vehicle, cold oil pres=55 PSI, hot=10 PSI. …”

NHTSA complaint #711656, filed 1999-09

“The contact owns a 1992 Isuzu Trooper. The contact noticed oil leaking onto the intake manifold. He noticed the issue when heavy smoke appeared from the engine while driving approximately 55 MPH. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 94v132000 (engine and engine cooling:engine). The manufacturer initially stated that the VIN was not included in the recall, but later stated that the vehicle had previously been repaired according to the recall. The current mileage was 192,031 and failure mileage was approximately 188,000.”

NHTSA complaint #10250838, filed 2008-12, 188,000 miles

“Vehicle's tailpipe separated from upturned flange at rear of muffler, causing melting and burning of undercoat beneath vehicle left rear floor, and also caused melting and charring of carpet and vehicle contents stored above that spot on the floor. The separation was caused by rusting.”

NHTSA complaint #538836, filed 1998-08

“Took vehicle for 90,000 checkup & had timing chain belt replaced. Later, noticed leaks under vehicle. Took to mechanic & was informed engine two head gaskets were leaking a lot of oil. Problem was not notice at time of check up.”

NHTSA complaint #834915, filed 1999-02

“Recall # 94v132000, dealer is not able to perform recall work without authorization from manufacturer. Authorization required because dealership is showing that recall work has been performed in another state.”

NHTSA complaint #819494, filed 1997-11

Related recalls

Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2002433%
2001828%
20002347%
19995669%
19981945%
1997215%
1996816%
1995713%
19941226%
1993721%
1992832%
19911323%
1990626%
1989425%
1988424%
1987117%
1986211%

Other parts of the 1992 Isuzu Trooper

Brakes
3 complaints
Steering
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Seat belts
2 complaints
Vehicle speed control
2 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Equipment
1 complaints
Body and structure
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1992 Isuzu Trooper

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology