5 recalls found. |
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 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2019-11-21
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2017-2020 npr-hd, 2019-2020 npr-xd, nqr, nrr, chevrolet 4500hd, chevrolet 5500hd and chevrolet 5500xd, and 2020 chevrolet 4500xd vehicles. The lug nuts on the rear outer wheels may not have been properly tightened when installed onto the rear axles.
Consequence
If the lug nuts were not properly tightened, they can loosen, causing the to wheel separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outer wheel lug nuts and tightening or replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began december 20, 2019. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Isuzu's number for this recall is v1906.
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 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Posted on: 2021-03-19
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 isuzu npr, reach, 2016-2020 isuzu npr xd, npr hd, nqr, 2016-2021 isuzu nrr, 2017-2020 chevrolet 4500xd, 4500hd, 5500hd, and 2020 chevrolet 5500xd vehicles. The u-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
Consequence
The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle u-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2021. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is v2103.
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 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Posted on: 2021-03-19
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 isuzu npr, reach, 2016-2020 isuzu npr xd, npr hd, nqr, 2016-2021 isuzu nrr, 2017-2020 chevrolet 4500xd, 4500hd, 5500hd, and 2020 chevrolet 5500xd vehicles. The u-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
Consequence
The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle u-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2021. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is v2103.
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 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Posted on: 2021-03-19
Description
Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 isuzu npr, reach, 2016-2020 isuzu npr xd, npr hd, nqr, 2016-2021 isuzu nrr, 2017-2020 chevrolet 4500xd, 4500hd, 5500hd, and 2020 chevrolet 5500xd vehicles. The u-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
Consequence
The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle u-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2021. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is v2103.
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.