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Reliability Database

Isuzu

Engine Reliability & Known Problems

Based on 1,554 NHTSA complaints. Updated April 2026.

9 Models
40 Engines Rated
14 Generations
1,554 NHTSA Complaints
Engine Ratings Overview
17 recommended 14 caution 9 avoid

Compact Sedan

5 models
Ascender
1 generation · 3 engines
2003-2008
2 caution 1 avoid
Ascender 5
2 generations · 7 engines
20052006
3 recommended 2 caution 2 avoid
Ascender 7
2 generations · 7 engines
20052006
3 recommended 2 caution 2 avoid
Ascender Ext
1 generation · 3 engines
2004
1 recommended 1 caution 1 avoid
Trooper
1 generation · 3 engines
2000-2002
1 recommended 2 caution

Compact SUV

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