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Reliability Database

Isuzu

Engine Reliability & Known Problems

Based on 1,088 NHTSA complaints. Updated August 2026.

8 Models
24 Engines Rated
11 Generations
1,088 NHTSA Complaints
Engine Ratings Overview
13 recommended 11 caution

Compact Sedan

4 models
Ascender
1 generation · 1 engine
2003-2008
1 recommended
Ascender 5
1 generation · 2 engines
2005
1 recommended 1 caution
Ascender 7
1 generation · 2 engines
2005
1 recommended 1 caution
Trooper
1 generation · 2 engines
2000-2002
1 recommended 1 caution

Compact SUV

4 models
Axiom
3 generations · 6 engines
200220032004
3 recommended 3 caution
Rodeo
1 generation · 4 engines
2000-2004
1 recommended 3 caution
Rodeo Sport
1 generation · 3 engines
2002
2 recommended 1 caution
Vehicross
2 generations · 4 engines
20002001
3 recommended 1 caution
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