Isuzu Motors Limited | NHTSA Recall #20V554000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V554000 by Isuzu Motors Limited. Affecting 2018-2021 ftr and chevrolet 6500xd vehicles Includes 4,352 affected units, Ground Cable On Starter Motor May Break, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018-2021 ftr and chevrolet 6500xd vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V554000
Manufacturer: Isuzu Motors Limited
Report Received Date: 2020-09-11T00:00:00
Subject: Ground cable on starter motor may break
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 4,352

Details

MFR Campaign Number: V2004
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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 Summary: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.11

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NHTSA ID: 20V554000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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