Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2000 amigo and model year 2001-2002 rodeo sport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york...
1987-2002 · 13 model years
Isuzu Amigo Problems by year
Owners have filed 186 complaints about the Isuzu Amigo across 13 model years, and it has 10 recalls. The 1998 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (77), while 1987, 1993, 1997 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 186
- Recalls
- 10
- Crashes
- 33
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 20
- Deaths
- 2
Amigo complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Amigo problems
Isuzu Amigo recalls 10
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the latch plate used in the seat belt buckle was not manufactured according to design dimensions. If the seat belt tongue is inserted slowly at an angle into the buckle, there is a possibility of partial...
On certain sport utility vehicles that are equipped with an anti-lock braking system (abs), the vehicles can experience extended stopping distances in certain types of braking events.
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1998-2000 rodeo (ue) and amigo (ua) models equipped with 2.2L 4-cylinder engines. The timing belt...
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Paint was applied unevenly on the rear axles, resulting in insufficient paint hardness. Should this occur on the surface that contacts the rear axle lower link bracket bolt head and/or nut, the nut may loosen.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a sunroof sunshade. The primer applied to prepare the surface prior to bonding the sunshade holders to the sunroof weakened the bonding strength of the adhesive, resulting in an unsatisfactory bond of...
Covers1998 Isuzu Amigo
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. A ground connection terminal was not properly crimped in the supplier's engine wiring harness manufacturing line. This improper crimping process can leave an impression on the terminal that will eventually cause...
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The strength of the rear seat belt shoulder anchorage is not to design specifications and does not fully comply with requirements of fmvss no. 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
Covers1998 Isuzu Amigo
The latch plate used in the seat belt buckle was not manufactured according to design dimensions. If the seat belt tongue is inserted slowly at an angle into the buckle, there is a possibility of partial engagement.
The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break.
Latest Amigo complaints
Rear trailing arms of vehicle ripped off from the frame and caused the rear axle to drive up under the vehicle. Lost control of vehicle and drove into the center median of highway. Failure due to corrosion and insufficient weld of control arm bracket.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. While driving, the contact experienced difficulty controlling the vehicle. The contact pulled over, looked under the vehicle, and noticed the suspension on the rear driver's side had rusted off the vehicle. The contact was able to safely drive the vehicle home. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 172,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. The contact stated that the frame was corroded and began to deteriorate. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 12v306000 (suspension); however, the dealer could not complete the repairs due to excessive corrosion. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 isuzu amigo. The contact stated that the radius arm brackets, cross members, and brake lines were completely corroded. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 12v306000 (suspension). The manufacturer was contacted and the dealer refused to perform the recall repairs. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician explained that, due to the extensive corrosion, the vehicle would not pass state inspection until the frame was replaced. The technician replaced the radius arm brackets and welded the frame. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 isuzu amigo. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle became very unstable. The contact discovered that the rear sway bars separated from the subframe of the vehicle. An independent mechanic stated that the subframe was severely rusted. The contact also stated that the rear passenger side strut also separated from the subframe due to severe rusting. The manufacturer was notified. The vin was unavailable. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Found out my vehicle has rear frame corrosion and track bar mount almost gone from rust. Was noticed when having tires changed. Saw recall and read customer letter online (never received notice of recall). Called isuzu customer service and was told recall no longer applies due to time. The letter says within one year of notification. If I wasn't notified shouldn't I still have a year to get this recall done?. Now I have a very unsafe vehicle that they refuse to repair for faulty manufacturing. How are we as...
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consumers supposed to have a recall done within their time limit without being notified? What can we do and who do we need to contact to resolve this issue? This isn't the first complaint of lack of service for this recall. *Tr
Questions about the Isuzu Amigo
Which Isuzu Amigo years have the most problems?
Which Isuzu Amigo years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Isuzu Amigo problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (48), engine & cooling (28), body, doors & structure (22) most often.
How many recalls does the Isuzu Amigo have?
NHTSA lists 10 recalls across all Isuzu Amigo model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data