2003 Isuzu N Series recalls and problems

The 2003 Isuzu N Series has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2003 compares

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1recalls

0complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

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1 recall

Electrical System

Jun 19, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V259000 · 1,774 vehicles

Problem: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Isuzu N-Series; model year 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC W-Series; model year 2001-2004 Isuzu FRR and model year 2001-2004 Chevrolet and GMC WT5500 trucks. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code IG3). Debris may collect at the contact point of the heater plug and the extension cord. This may cause overheating of the extension cord.

Risk: Overheating of the extension cord could melt the oil pan heater plug and/or block heater plug, resulting in an increased risk of fire.

Remedy & notes

Isuzu will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trucks. The extension cord and damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2003 vs. other Isuzu N Series years

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Questions

Does the 2003 Isuzu N Series have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2003 Isuzu N Series, the latest from Jun 19, 2013 (electrical system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Isuzu N Series?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Isuzu N Series.