3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Posted on: 2008-06-05
Description
Isuzu is recalling 16,859 my 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500 and chevrolet w3500, w4500, w5500 trucks equipped with diesel engines. Diesel fuel may seep or leak from the fuel pipe at the upper or lower fuel port on the diesel fuel supply pump.
Consequence
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel pipe fittings will be tightened. If seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel supply pump will be replaced with a new one. The recall will begin on june 30, 2008. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438..
Notes
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 #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Posted on: 2010-12-21
Description
Isuzu is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500, and chevrolet w3500, w4500, and w5500 vehicles. The oil pipe bolts were not tightened properly during the vehicle production process. If not adequately tightened, the bolt may loosen after prolonged vehicle operation, which can result in oil seepage or leakage from the packing seals. In general, as oil is lost, the oil warning lamp will illuminate, and there may be abnormal engine noise and loss of oil can cause engine seizure.
Consequence
If the engine seizes while the vehicle is being driven, the vehicle may experience sudden deceleration leading to an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the packing seals with new ones and the bolt will be tightened with a specified torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
Owners 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 #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2015-10-26
Description
Isuzu manufacturing services of america (isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 isuzu npr and npr-hd and chevrolet w3500 and w4500 trucks manufactured march 16, 2005, to august 13, 2008 and 2006-2008 gmc w3500 and w4500 trucks manufactured july 18, 2005, to august 13, 2008. The affected vehicles have a fuel tank that may corrode and leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on december 18, 2015. The recall began on april 8, 2016. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.
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.