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Vehicle recall 97V206001 · November 13, 1997

1998 Isuzu Rodeo

Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with a driver's side optional equipment rubber floor mat.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with a driver's side optional equipment rubber floor mat. Repeated movement of the driver's feet and actuation of the accelerator pedal can result in a shifting of the mat's position. This shifting can cause an interference with the accelerator pedal.
Consequence
This could cause a restriction of the pedal's return to the idle position, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Isuzu is asking for the return of the floor mat set and will reimburse owners for the cost of the rubber floor mat set along with any return shipping costs.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during December 1997.OWNERS who send their floor mat set to Isuzu and do not receive the reimbursement within a reasonable time should contact Isuzu at 1-800-643-4070.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
97V206001
Reported to NHTSA
November 13, 1997
Filed by
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
Owner notification
November 18, 1997
Vehicles potentially affected
233
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Unknown or other
Recall 97V206001 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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