2002 Isuzu Rodeo LS from North America - Comments

When I bought it new in Oct. 02, I noticed a loud clicking sound when starting the vehicle. Took it in and was told the only thing that was found was loose battery cables. I just took it into because the transmission may be slipping. Anyone else had these problems?

I like the look & price that's why I bought this one for my first SUV. It handles really good.

Get rid of that '02 Rodeo! It will only get worse. Wait until your V-6 starts burning a "normal" (per Joe-Isuzu) qt. of oil every 1,000 miles and Isuzu WILL NOT DO ANYTHING to fix it.

Get rid of it now!

I just recently purchased an 02 rodeo ls 4x4 and the transmission is totally gone after having it for 3 months. Is this a problem with that year or with all Isuzu products?

I have an 02 Rodeo LS that I brought brand new... recently at 36K miles, I had a leaking Transfer Case Seal which was replaced under warranty and my 6disc changer quit working, fixed under bumper to bumper.

Just this past week, my transmission was lurching down the highway and my Check Trans light came on. It's at the dealership right now and they can't pinpoint what is causing the slip. I am getting very worried about the reliability of this SUV...let's just sat I'm looking at getting something else this spring.

Are Isuzu's not well made, they sure seem to have a lot of transmission issues.

I have a just purchased a 2003 Rodeo with 9,000 miles on it in November of 2004, it is still under warranty, so I 'm not too upset, I have just had my first oil and filter change and at the end of January my battery went, I was still covered under the warranty for the new battery, but now my CD and radio are not working, even though it is also covered under the warranty, it is a nuisance that these minor problems continue to occur on a fairly new vehicle. please if anyone else is having these kinds of problems, can they send a response.

I bought my 02 Rodeo in November 02..It had a few problems the 6 CD changer jammed (twice) had to be replaced... and I am at 73K and now I am having problems with the gear selector... sometimes it does not correspond with the monitor in the dash... I have to turn off the engine and it will be OK for awhile and the go back to the same problem..other than this, it been OK... I would like to hear from those of you having the same problems especially with the auto transmission miltontfam3@aol.com.

Purchased 02 Rodeo LS new and at 28K miles had oil problems burning and gas milege dropped to 12mpg, now at 35K I have the check engine light on. I've kept up on all maintenance and fell this vehicle is not worth the money spent and would not recommend. I think it's time to look for new vehicle.

I am a owner of a new 02 rodeo. At 40K miles had transmission switch problem (lights up dash P, R,D, N etc) did not correspnd with gear number. At 50k same problem this time it was out of warranty and I had to pay $400. Now I have a check engine light on at 75K replace O2 sensor. Ultimately not real happy, time to look for another Make-Model and year.

To Milton: June 2006 comment regarding CD changer & gear not matching on dash & shift. I also had problems with CD changer which was replaced by dealer, but the problem has reocurred. My gear shift & dashboard started giving problems, not sure what causes this. I am looking for help on this one. The check trans light came on when I was driving. The dash was showing as parked. When I turn car on & off and it sits for a while, the problem seems to go away, but then reoccurs after again and again. Were you able to get any answers on this?? I have had my 2002 since 9/01. The dealership was sold, so all my warranties and promises went through the window with that one. I am no longer living in the state where I purchased the car, so that is another problem for getting answers. Looking for your help here!! reply to yvonneraeg@yahoo.com.

Thanks!