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1993 Isuzu Trooper problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 1993 Isuzu Trooper sits mid-pack among Trooper years: 41 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 30, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across tires & wheels (7), engine (7), and transmission (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

41

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

8

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other Trooper years?

Trooper NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted105 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 5 complaints1986: 18 complaints1987: 9 complaints1988: 20 complaints1989: 17 complaints1990: 30 complaints1991: 71 complaints1992: 27 complaints1993: 41 complaints1994: 58 complaints1995: 65 complaints1996: 66 complaints1997: 18 complaints1998: 48 complaints1999: 105 complaints2000: 61 complaints2001: 42 complaints2002: 12 complaints
Trooper NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1993 Isuzu Trooper problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine717%
Tires & Wheels717%
Transmission512%
Electrical System410%
Airbags37%
Brakes37%
Speed Control37%
Suspension37%
Body & Structure25%
Seat Belts25%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)12%
Fuel System12%

Does the 1993 Isuzu Trooper have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

04V199000Speed ControlApril 22, 2004 · 72,905 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CAN STICK SO THAT THE ENGINE SPEED WILL NOT IMMEDIATELY DECREASE UPON RELEASE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

Consequence

THIS CAN CAUSE THE ACCELERATOR THROTTLE CABLE TO DELAY RPM AND VEHICLE SPEED REDUCTION FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AFTER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED, WHICH IN TURN, CAN LEAD TO A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE RUBBER BOOT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 24, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.

94V132000EngineJuly 19, 1994 · 122,297 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE DRIVER NOTICED LIQUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS PARKED. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART IT AND PULLED OVER. OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE CAM…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 29, 2004

“TRIED TO GET TIRES ROTATED MECHANIC REFUSED BECAUSE THEY BREAK OFF AND I COULD BE STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE UNABLE TO CHANGE MY TIRE WITHOUT REPLACING ALL THE STUDS WHICH WOULD BE VERY COSTLY OF WHICH I COULD NOT AFFORD THE COST OF REPLACEMENT AND NOW HAVE TO WORRY IF I DO GET A FLAT AM I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 1, 2001

“SPECIFIC RS MODEL; MANUAL TRANSMISSION HAS TENDENCY ON WARM DAY OR DRIVEN PREVIOUSLY, QUESTIONS PRESSURE PLATE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission

“MY 93 ISUZU TROOPER SUDDENLY LOSS TURN SIGNALS AND POWER WHILE I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN. THIS CONFUSED THE CAR ON THE OTHER DIRECTION, AND ALMOST CAUSED COLLISION. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 7, 2009

1993 Isuzu Trooper — common questions

Is the 1993 Isuzu Trooper reliable?

It is close to typical for the Trooper: 41 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 1993 Trooper problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (7 complaints), engine (7 complaints), transmission (5 complaints).

Does the 1993 Isuzu Trooper have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1993 Isuzu Trooper. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Isuzu Trooper years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Trooper years to avoid are 1999, 1991, 1996, 1995, 2000, 1994, 1998. The cleanest record among Trooper years belongs to 1984.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.