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1995 Isuzu Trooper problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 1995 Isuzu Trooper carries two red flags at once: 65 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA — 2.2× the Trooper norm — and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: RISK OF ROLLOVER). It is one of the Trooper years to avoid. Complainants reported 11 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across suspension (9), tires & wheels (8), and engine (8), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

65

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

15

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

11

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Trooper years?

Trooper NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 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, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Isuzu Trooper problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Suspension914%
Engine812%
Tires & Wheels812%
Airbags711%
Transmission711%
Electrical System69%
Seats35%
Speed Control35%
Steering35%
Body & Structure35%
Brakes35%
Fuel System35%
Other23%

Does the 1995 Isuzu Trooper have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Open NHTSA investigations

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RISK OF ROLLOVER

CU ATTORNEY (NANCY PERKINS, ARNOLD & PORTER) AND ODI AGREED THAT AN EXTENSION IN THE PETITION REVIEW PROCESS WILL BE NECESSARY TO ALLOW ODI TIME TO CONDUCT A PROPER REVIEW OF THE NEW MATERIAL SUBMITTED BY CU ON DECEMBER 23, 1996.THEREFORE, THE NEW DUE DATE WILL BE APRIL 21, 1997.CONSUMERS UNION (CU) PETITIONED THE AGENCY TO OPEN AN INVESTIGATION TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE 1995 AND 1996 MODEL ISUZU TROOPER AND ACURA SLX VEHICLES ARE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE MEANING OF 49 U.S. C. CHAPTER 301.SPECIFICALLY, CU ALLEGED THAT TESTING DEMONSTRATED A DANGEROUS PROPENSITY OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES TO ROLL OVER WHILE PERFORMING A DYNAMIC STEERING MANEUVER TO AVOID EMERGANCY SITUATIONS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT, I STEERED TO THE LEFT TO CORRECT. VEHICLE CROSSED MEDIAN OUT OF CONTROL. I CORRECTED AGAIN TO THE RIGHT AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER THREE AND ONE HALF TURNS. THERE WAS VERY LITTLE LEFT RIGHT MOTION NECESSARY TO CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO TIP AND ROLL. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · November 19, 2000 · crash

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 ISUZU TROOPER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE HAD EXCESSIVE CORROSION AND FAILED. HE SPECULATED THAT THE COMPONENT FAILED PREMATURELY BECAUSE HE RESIDES IN A SALT BELT STATE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE REPAIR WOULD COST $1,000. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 19, 2009

“DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, COMING OFF THE HWY TO EXIT LEFT, AT 50 MPH. BOTH PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEELS CAME OFF THE GROUND, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL. THE VEHICLE DID NOT ROLLOVER, AND CONTROL WAS REGAINED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · November 7, 1996

“IN AN ATTEMPT TO AVOID A VEHICLE THAT HAD LOST CONTROL CONSUMER WENT INTO THE OPPOSING LANE, AND ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS COMING THE OTHER WAY AND THE CONSUMER HIT IT, GOING ABOUT 5 MPH; NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · June 26, 1997 · crash

“INTERMITTENTLY WHEN FIRST STARTING VEHICLE, THE TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE. THE IGNITION HAS TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED. THE TRANSMISSON CONTROL MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED, PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. ALSO, EXPERIENCED COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 11, 1995

1995 Isuzu Trooper — common questions

Is the 1995 Isuzu Trooper reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 65 complaints put the 1995 model at #4 of 19 Trooper years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the Trooper years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 Trooper problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (9 complaints), tires & wheels (8 complaints), engine (8 complaints).

Does the 1995 Isuzu Trooper have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Isuzu Trooper. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Isuzu Trooper under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (RISK OF ROLLOVER). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

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.