Model year guide

1994 Isuzu Trooper

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Isuzu Trooper is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

1994 Isuzu Trooper — representative photo
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1994 Isuzu Trooper at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints49
Combined14–15 mpg

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

1994 Isuzu Trooper recalls 2

Vehicle Speed Control:cables NHTSA Campaign #04V199000 · 22/04/2004

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CAN STICK SO THAT THE ENGINE SPEED WILL NOT IMMEDIATELY DECREASE UPON RELEASE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE RUBBER BOOT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 24, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #94V132000 · 19/07/1994

CONSTANT EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSES THE CAMSHAFT SEAL END PLUG CAN BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD. THIS ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE CAMSHAFT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL CAMSHAFT END SEAL PLUG RETAINER PLATES.

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.

1994 Isuzu Trooper common problems

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

1994 Isuzu Trooper MPG & running costs

Combined14–15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,538
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicles
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,688 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 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 1994 Isuzu Trooper costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,690
Fuel only$22,690
Per mile$0.30

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.

1994 Isuzu Trooper trims & engines on record

Trims
S
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl

1994 Isuzu Trooper vehicles on record

1994 Isuzu Trooper 1994 Isuzu Trooper SJACDH58V9R7932871 1994 Isuzu Trooper 1994 Isuzu Trooper SJACDH58V4R7902743 1994 Isuzu Trooper 1994 Isuzu Trooper SJACDH58V9R7906464 1994 Isuzu Trooper SJACDH58V1R7919466

Other Isuzu Trooper model years

2002 2001 2000 1999 1998

1994 Isuzu Trooper — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Isuzu Trooper have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1994 Isuzu Trooper. 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 1994 Isuzu Trooper?

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control, tires.

What gas mileage does the 1994 Isuzu Trooper get?

The 1994 Isuzu Trooper has U.S. EPA estimates of 14–15 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

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