1995 Isuzu Rodeo
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Isuzu Rodeo is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.
1995 Isuzu Rodeo at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1995 Isuzu Rodeo recalls 2
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT WITHIN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR CAN CONTAIN MANUFACTURING ERRORS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR WITH A NEW REGULATOR.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1995 Isuzu Rodeo common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 208 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1995 Isuzu Rodeo safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo 4-DR.4x4. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1995 Isuzu Rodeo MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1995 Isuzu Rodeo costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
BRUSH/GRILLE GUARD CAMPAIGN Open
ADDITION INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE NATURE AND CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE SUBJECT BULLETIN. LOSS OF AN ITEM THIS SIZE WOULD HAVE SAFETY COSEQUENCES. THIS SQ IS OPENED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS ISSUE.
NHTSA #SQ96009 · opened Jan 1996An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 7
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio or other component covered by this bulletin is repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio…
Bulletin IB13-R-001G · May 2023Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts War…
Bulletin WB13-X-001B · Equipment · Aug 2022Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts War…
Bulletin WB13-X-001A · Equipment · Aug 2022INFORMATION REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR KIT. *TT
Bulletin SB9914S007 · Seats · Apr 1999AVAILABILITY OF SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION BOOKLET FOR INSTALLING CHILD SAFETY SEATS. *TT
Bulletin SB9914S003 · Child Seat · Feb 1999CONCERNS WITH NOISE FROM THE BELL HOUSING AREA. *YC
Bulletin 9805L005 · Power Train · Dec 1998SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE REAR BRAKES SQUEAL / SHUDDER AS THE VEHICLE IS BACKING UP. *YC
Bulletin 98030109L003 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 1998Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RODEO. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1995 Isuzu Rodeo. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Electrical
THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR MAY CONTAIN MANUFACTURING ERRORS IN AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT. THIS MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE ELECTRICAL CHARGING OF THE ALTERNATOR (OVERCHARGE), RESULTING IN ENGINE CONTROL MALFUNCTION, AND/OR IN THE WORST CASE, EVENTUAL ENGINE STALL. THE POSSIBLE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION IS A FAULTY IC REGULATOR IN THE ALTERNATOR. CORRECTION: IC REGULATOR WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NE…
Transport Canada #1997101 · May 1997Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Isuzu Rodeo
The Isuzu Rodeo is an automotive nameplate that was used by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Isuzu between 1988 and 2004. Isuzu has utilized the "Rodeo" name on two different vehicles—a compact pickup truck sold in Japan, and a midsize SUV offered in North America.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
