6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING
Posted on: 2019-06-19
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ftr and chevrolet 6500xd vehicles. The jam nut for the steering stopper bolt on the left front knuckle may loosen and allow the bolt to back away from the steering knuckle, increasing the turning radius of the vehicle in a left turn.
Consequence
If the vehicle's turning radius is increased, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing left and right jam nuts with a grade 8 jam nut, torque the nut to a new torque specification and apply loctite to the nut and bolt, free of charge. The recall began july 19, 2019. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638, gm owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-862-4389. Isuzu's number for this recall is v1902.
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:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2020-09-11
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2021 ftr and chevrolet 6500xd vehicles. The ground cable connecting the starter motor to the vehicle frame may break at the starter-side eyelet, resulting in an engine no-crank or slow-crank condition, causing the vehicle not to start.
Consequence
If the cable is broken and repeated attempts are made to start the vehicle, the starter may ground through the steel braiding of the power steering hose, allowing it to heat up and possibly rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Isuzu and chevrolet will notify their respective owners and dealers to replace the ground cable and to inspect and replace the power steering hose is damage exists, free of charge. The recall began october 9, 2020. Isuzu owners may contact the isuzu customer relations at 1-866-441-9638 and chevrolet owners may contact the gm medium duty truck assistance line at 1-800-862-4389. Isuzu's number for this recall is v2004.
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 #3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2020-04-03
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ftr and chevrolet 6500xd vehicles. The chassis wire harness outside the relay box may have been improperly routed, potentially allowing the harness to contact the suspension's leaf spring hanger bracket, allowing the harness to get chafed.
Consequence
Depending on which wires get damaged, the vehicle can experience stalling and/or reduced functionality of the abs, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the existing wire harness, as necessary, and install additional clamps to ensure the wire harness is secured away from the hanger bracket, free of charge. The recall began may 15, 2020. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is v2003.
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 #4 - 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.
DEFECT #5 - STEERING
Posted on: 2021-11-08
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2021 isuzu ftr and 2018-2021 chevrolet 6500xd vehicles. A bolt on the left front steering knuckle may come loose, resulting in an increased turning radius and difficulty steering to the left.
Consequence
An unexpected change in turning radius and difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace both right and left side stopper bolt jam nuts and clean or replace the extensions, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on february 28, 2022. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. This recall is an expansion of recall 19v-467. Vehicles previously repaired will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2021-11-08
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2021 isuzu ftr and 2018-2021 chevrolet 6500xd vehicles. A bolt on the left front steering knuckle may come loose, resulting in an increased turning radius and difficulty steering to the left.
Consequence
An unexpected change in turning radius and difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace both right and left side stopper bolt jam nuts and clean or replace the extensions, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on february 28, 2022. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. This recall is an expansion of recall 19v-467. Vehicles previously repaired will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.nhtsa.gov.