Model year guide

1997 Isuzu Rodeo

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Isuzu Rodeo is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1997 Isuzu Rodeo — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1997 Isuzu Rodeo at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints123
Combined15–18 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1997 Isuzu Rodeo recalls 1

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E065000 · 17/07/2006

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

1997 Isuzu Rodeo common problems

Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

1997 Isuzu Rodeo MPG & running costs

Combined15–18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,200
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicles
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,000 more

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 1997 Isuzu Rodeo costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,000
Fuel only$21,000
Per mile$0.28

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.

1997 Isuzu Rodeo trims & engines on record

Trims
LS · S
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl

1997 Isuzu Rodeo vehicles on record

1997 Isuzu Rodeo 1997 Isuzu Rodeo LS4S2CK58V9V4307854 1997 Isuzu Rodeo 1997 Isuzu Rodeo S4S2CM58V6V4346945

Other Isuzu Rodeo model years

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1997 Isuzu Rodeo — frequently asked questions

Does the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo?

Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are structure, suspension, seats.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Isuzu Rodeo get?

The 1997 Isuzu Rodeo has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–18 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.