Trooper
Isuzu Trooper: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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Isuzu Trooper – Second generation1991–2002
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 1991–2002 |
| Body styles | 3/5-door SUV |
| Engines | Petrol 2.6 L 4ZE1 I4 3.2 L 6VD1 V6 3.2 L 6VD1 DOHC V6 (UBS25) 3.5 L 6VE1 DOHC V6 (UBS26) Diesel 3.0 L 4JX1 turbo I4 (UBS73) 3.1 L 4JG2 turbo I4 (UBS69) |
| Transmissions | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 3-door: 2,330 mm 5-door: 2,760 mm |
| Length | 3-door: 4,230 mm 5-door: 4,750 mm |
| Assembly | Japan: Fujisawa (Isuzu Motors Fujisawa Plant) China: Zhanjiang (Zhanjiang Kingstar Vehicle Co., Ltd.) Malaysia: Pekan (Isuzu Hicom Malaysia Sdn Bhd) Philippines: Biñan (Isuzu Philippines) Taiwan: Xinzhuang District (Taiwan Isuzu Motors) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2002 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2002 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2002 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed manual | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2002 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed manual · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 15.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2002 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular) |
| Configurations listed | 9 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2002 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 38 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 17 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Speed control and cruise | 11 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 9 | 2000, 2001 |
| Brakes | 9 | 2000, 2001 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Tyres | 6 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Airbags | 4 | 2000 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2000 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2000, 2001 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2002: 90 complaints, 8 with a crash and 0 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.