2000 Isuzu Trooper recalls and problems

The 2000 Isuzu Trooper has 2 safety recalls and 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Isuzu dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

5 / 0

Injuries / deaths

8 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Isuzu Trooper vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Isuzu Trooper recalls

Recall 00V-376: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Nov 14, 2000 · 18,462 vehicles affected · ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED

Problem: 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.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

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.

Recall 00V-253: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 7, 2000 · 13,275 vehicles affected · ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED

Problem: 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, an interior fuel line and fuel hose can be separated, allowing fuel to leak.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install fuel system shields.

2000 Isuzu Trooper problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	24
Power Train	6
Fuel System, Gasoline	5
Air Bags	4
Tires	3
Electrical System	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Unknown or Other	2
Wheels	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Engine	2
Visibility	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 8
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 8
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 4
Air Bags › Frontal — 4
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
Visibility › Rear Window Wiper/Washer — 1
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 71,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Isuzu Trooper complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Jun 29, 2017

Perforation which has caused back bracket underneath to detach. Bolt is in place. Engine light on wbich is csused by the engine an engine cooling system. I have print out from oriellys which has messed up the transmission once again. Papers on new transmission placed. Transmission light on. Smell of gas in engine which is caused by the fuel system. Note this vehicle would not pass epaan or I/m test. I do not know how that make an model are still being sold. Very dangerous. I AM 31 years old I do not want to die of defects. Cannot drive on highway, also can't get it leval because it will not…

Engine · at 152,000 miles · reported May 19, 2015

The contact owns a 2000 isuzu trooper. While driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was diagnosed by the owner as a certified mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,000.

Tires · at 142,000 miles · reported Apr 20, 2012

I had my truck serviced and was told by garage that my sidewall on all 4 of my tires are splitting. I told him they only had a little over 20000 miles on them and the truck was always garaged that they could not be splitting. He showed me and the sidewall is indeed splitting. I researched and found other instances of this happening with these tires resulting in crashes.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 91,000 miles · reported Sep 7, 2010

I checked my oil level 3 weeks ago and it was fine. I change my oil every 3000 miles. I added a quart 3 days ago for a long trip I was taking. While driving down to billings, mt, my car suddenly stopped. It had not overheated or shown a warning sign. My car was bone dry of oil! The engine has seized. I did everything right...this is clearly a design flaw in the car.

Air Bags · at 114,000 miles · reported Mar 2, 2010

At highway speed (75mph) a boom noise was heard from the front of the vehicle just after contacting the warning strip on the highway. Vehicle began to swerve and fishtail then flipped end over end 3-4 times approx. One - two hundred yards down the highway. Injured but experienced driver was suspicious of a possible suspension or steering failure and concerned that air-bags did not deploy.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Isuzu Trooper have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Isuzu Trooper: 00V-376 (engine and engine cooling), 00V-253 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Isuzu Trooper?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (24 reports), followed by power train (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 71,000 miles.

Are Isuzu recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Isuzu dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.