Recalls for 2017 Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 3500

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2017-11-21
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc.  (isuzu) is recalling certain 2011-2017 isuzu npr, 2008 npr hd and npr-hd gas, 2011-2018 npr hd and nrr, 2015-2018 npr xd, 2012-2018 nqr, 2012-2017 npr gas and npr-hd gas, 2016-2017 chevrolet low cab forward 3500 hd, 3500 and 4500 and 2017-2018 chevrolet low cab forward 4500 hd, 4500 xd, 5500 hd and 5500 xd vehicles, equipped with certain walter kidde plastic-handle fire extinguishers, models fc10 and fc110.  These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin in december 2017.  Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or walter kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or they may also visit www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall to order replacement fire extinguishers free of charge.  Isuzu's number for this recall is v1705.  Note: this recall includes fire extinguishers provided as a remedy for previous isuzu recall 15v778.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Posted on: 2019-09-09
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc.  (isuzu) is recalling certain 2017-2019 n-gas hd and chevrolet low cab forward 3500 and 4500 vehicles and 2018-2019 isuzu ftr and chevrolet low cab forward 6500xd vehicles.  The power supply bolt in the relay box may not have been properly tightened during harness production at the supplier.  This may lead to melting of the power wire and/or a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, which can lead to a stall.

Consequence
A stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the relay box power supply bolt, tightening it as necessary.  If the harness or relay box is found to be damaged, it will be replaced or repaired, free of charge.  The recall began october 24, 2019.  Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.  Isuzu's number for this recall is v1905.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.