Isuzu Motors Limited | NHTSA Recall #20V720000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V720000 by Isuzu Motors Limited. Affecting 2020 isuzu npr-hd gas (crew cab) and 2020 chevrolet 4500 (crew cab) trucks equipped with 6 Includes 46 affected units, Positive Battery Cable To Starter Too Long, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020 isuzu npr-hd gas (crew cab) and 2020 chevrolet 4500 (crew cab) trucks equipped with 6

Defect Summary

Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2020 isuzu npr-hd gas (crew cab) and 2020 chevrolet 4500 (crew cab) trucks equipped with 6.6l gasoline engines. the positive cable connecting the battery to the starter may be too long and may have been routed too close to the right-side exhaust pipe.

Corrective Action

Isuzu and chevrolet will notify their respective vehicle owners and dealers of this recall, and specifically of the need to adjust the positive cable in subject vehicles, and owners will be informed that the recall repairs will be done free of charge. the recall began december 11, 2020. for additional information, isuzu owners may contact 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 v2005.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V720000
Manufacturer: Isuzu Motors Limited
Report Received Date: 2020-11-20T00:00:00
Subject: Positive battery cable to starter too long
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 46

Details

MFR Campaign Number: V2005
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2020 isuzu npr-hd gas (crew cab) and 2020 chevrolet 4500 (crew cab) trucks equipped with 6.6l gasoline engines. the positive cable connecting the battery to the starter may be too long and may have been routed too close to the right-side exhaust pipe.
Consequence Summary: Over time, heat from the exhaust pipe may cause the conduit and insulation to deteriorate, exposing the wires, possibly causing a short circuit which could result in a no-start condition or a fire.
Corrective Action: Isuzu and chevrolet will notify their respective vehicle owners and dealers of this recall, and specifically of the need to adjust the positive cable in subject vehicles, and owners will be informed that the recall repairs will be done free of charge. the recall began december 11, 2020. for additional information, isuzu owners may contact 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 v2005.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.48

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