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1993 Isuzu Rodeo S V6 2WD

The 1993 Isuzu Rodeo S V6 2WD is a 120-hp 2.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $16,174 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 120 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Rodeo measures 176.4 inches long on a 108.7-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,174 ($36,378 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.6-liter SOHC 8-valve I4
Displacement2.6 L
Horsepower120 hp
ValvetrainSOHC, 8-valve
Injection TypeFuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive Type2WD (RWD)
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Tank Capacity21 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15"
Wheels Rear15"
Dimensions & Weight
Length176.4 in
Width66.5 in
Height65.4 in
Wheelbase108.7 in
Interior
Shoulder Room Front55.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1993 Isuzu Rodeo 4-DR. 4x4

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1993 Isuzu RODEO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 17, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

NHTSA campaign 06E065000

Jul 19, 1994 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

CONSTANT EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSES THE CAMSHAFT SEAL END PLUG CAN BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD. THIS ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE CAMSHAFT.

Consequence: THIS CAN CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE ENGINE FIRE FROM OIL LEAKING ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL CAMSHAFT END SEAL PLUG RETAINER PLATES.

NHTSA campaign 94V132000

34 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1993 Isuzu RODEO

Owner Complaints

34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Isuzu RODEO (3 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Power Train4
Wheels4
Electrical System3
Fuel System3
Gasoline3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 6, 2010 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“SMELLING GASOLINE, INVESTIGATION SHOWED GAS TANK WAS RUSTED OUT TO THE POINT THAT FINGERS COULD BE PUSHED INTO TANK. ALMOST ALL OF IT WAS LIKE THIN PAPER MACHE. REPLACED TANK AND ONE YEAR LATER THE…”
Nov 4, 2009 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Power Train
“THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN JANUARY OF THIS YEAR, AND EVERY SINCE THE PURCHASE DATE THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN BACKFIRING, AND IT EVENTUALLY STARTED DRIVING REALLY SLOW. IT ALSO SMOKES FROM UNDER THE HOOD…”
Feb 8, 2007 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“I HAVE A 1993 ISUZU RODEO THAT STARTED LEAKING MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL ONTO THE MANIFOLD. I FIRST THOUGHT IT WAS A VALVE COVER GASKET SEAL AND REPLACED IT. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION IT WAS COMING FROM…”
Sep 30, 2006 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“MAKE:ISUZU MODEL:RODEO YEAR:1993 CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 94V132000 DEALER SAID THAT I WAS NOT ON THERE DATA BASE. BUT MY ISUZU HAS THE SAME PROBLEM; OIL LEAK FROM THE CAM SHAFT AND THE OIL IS LEAKING ON TO…”
Jan 27, 2006 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“THIS COMPLAINT CONCERNS THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID #94V132000 WHICH IS FOR A RECALL ON 1993 ISUZU RODEOS. I CALLED AN ISUZU DEALERSHIP IN MY AREA AND TOLD THEM 1993 ISUZU RODEO IS HAVING THE PROBLEMS…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1993 ISUZU RODEO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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