Model year guide

2001 Isuzu Trooper

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Isuzu Trooper is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2001 Isuzu Trooper — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2001 Isuzu Trooper at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints29
Combined15 mpg
Typical price$1,279

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

2001 Isuzu Trooper recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline NHTSA Campaign #00V376000 · 14/11/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS BUILT WITH TOD (TORQUE-ON-DEMAND). IN CERTAIN HIGH SPEED, FRONTAL CRASHES, MOVEMENT OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS CAN CAUSE THE POTENTIAL FOR FUEL LEAKAGE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, REINFORCED FUEL HOSE ASSEMBLY. NOTE: THE FUEL LEAKAGE ISSUE IN THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN IS NOT THE SAME AS THE ONE ADDRESSED IN THEIR PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN 00V-253.

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.

2001 Isuzu Trooper common problems

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2001 Isuzu Trooper MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,450

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2001 Isuzu Trooper worth?

Low
$750
Typical price
$1,279
High
$2,400

From 7 comparable 2001 Isuzu Trooper listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 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.

2001 Isuzu Trooper trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · S
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

2001 Isuzu Trooper vehicles on record

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Other Isuzu Trooper model years

2002 2000 1999 1998 1994

2001 Isuzu Trooper — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Isuzu Trooper have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2001 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 2001 Isuzu Trooper?

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Isuzu Trooper get?

The 2001 Isuzu Trooper has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (14 city / 18 highway).

How much is a 2001 Isuzu Trooper worth?

Comparable 2001 Isuzu Trooper listings run roughly $750–$2,400, typically around $1,279 (from 7 vehicles).

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