Recalls for your 2003 Isuzu Ascender

Recalls for 2003 Isuzu Ascender

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DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION


Posted on: 2003-06-09
Description
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  114, theft protection.  These vehicles are equipped with a mechanical override that could allow the ignition key to be removed with the shift lever in a position other than park.  In addition, these vehicles have an override that can allow the transmission to be shifted out of park with the ignition in the off position.  

Consequence
These overrides are not permitted unless the vehicle has a locking steering column.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will eliminate these conditions by disabling the overrides.  Owner notification began june 13, 2003.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER


Posted on: 2004-02-10
Description
Certain sport utility vehicles have windshield wiper systems that will not turn on, cease operation while in use, fail to turn off/on by themselves (moisture sensitive wiper system), or have continuous windshield washer pump operation because the presence of water within the wiper modules can either cause a short circuit or can lead to the corrosion of components within the module.  

Consequence
Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the windshield wiper system assembly.  The recall began on july 15, 2004.  Owners should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL


Posted on: 2005-05-05
Description
On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the driver wishing to signal a turn by moving the directional signal lever, (up or down) may cause the front marker/turn lights and rear turn lights to flash in a manner similar to hazard warning, rather than flashing on the desired side only.

Consequence
The driver may not be able to clearly signal their intentions to turn, change travel lanes, or potentially warn others of an impaired vehicle operating condition increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the suspect flasher modules with a new flasher module designed with sealed relays and more durable contact material inside of the relays free of charge.  The recall began on august 4, 2005.  Isuzu began mailing owner letters on august 4, 2005.  Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, buick at 1-866-608-8080, and oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.

Notes
Gm recall no.  05044.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #4 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH


Posted on: 2005-10-27
Description
Certain sport utility vehicles have a rear side closure latch that may not latch or unlatch due to corrosion caused by road splash, such as water and road salt.  These vehicles were originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia.

Consequence
If the door is not latched properly and it goes unnoticed, it may open while the vehicle is in motion.  If an unbelted occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a seal along the lower part of the rocker panel to prevent intrusion of corrosive material, and inspect the rear side closure latches.  Functional latches will be cleaned and lubricated.  Non-functioning latches will be replaced.  The recall began on february 24, 2006.  Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Notes
Gm recall no.  05077.  Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #5 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL


Posted on: 2003-07-30
Description
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  225, child restraint anchorage system.  The owner's manual does not explain the meaning of the location symbols for the lower universal anchorage system.  

Consequence
This does not comply with the standard.

Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with a supplement for their owner's manual.  It describes and shows the location symbols for the child restraint anchors that are located in the vehicle.  Owner notification began august 15, 2003.  Owners should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).