Model year guide

1998 Isuzu Trooper

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Isuzu Trooper is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1998 Isuzu Trooper — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1998 Isuzu Trooper at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints42
Combined15 mpg

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

1998 Isuzu Trooper recalls 1

Power Train:transfer Case (4-wheel Drive) NHTSA Campaign #98V180000 · 03/08/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TRANSFER GEARBOX FLANGE NUTS WERE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, CAUSING THE NUTS TO LOOSEN.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FRONT AND REAR FLANGE NUTS AND, IF FOUND LOOSE, TIGHTEN TO SPECIFIED TORQUE AND SECURED STAKED AT TWO PLACES.

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.

1998 Isuzu Trooper common problems

Owners have filed 42 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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

1998 Isuzu Trooper MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,450
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 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 1998 Isuzu Trooper costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,250
Fuel only$22,250
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.

1998 Isuzu Trooper trims & engines on record

Trims
S
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

1998 Isuzu Trooper vehicles on record

1998 Isuzu Trooper 1998 Isuzu Trooper SJACDJ58X6W7904219 1998 Isuzu Trooper SJACDJ58X1W7908663

Other Isuzu Trooper model years

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1998 Isuzu Trooper — frequently asked questions

Does the 1998 Isuzu Trooper have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1998 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 1998 Isuzu Trooper?

Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, power train, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Isuzu Trooper get?

The 1998 Isuzu Trooper has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (14 city / 18 highway).

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