1998 Isuzu N Series
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
Have the VIN?
Vehicles › Isuzu › N Series › 1998
These records cover every 1998 Isuzu N Series. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Owner complaints
6 complaints1 involved a crash2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags › Frontal
Roll over crash down embankment 160 feet into river upside down and hit three trees before landing. both airbags failed to deploy and my son was injured with a broken pelvis and huge hemotoma? I believe this happened because all the pressure was on his pelvis with just the seat belt. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Wipers operate intermittently. Exactly like problem in 1996 isuzu hombre recall. at times wipers wont go off once activated. has not been repaired. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers not working properly on a 1998 izusu hombre, gm reports that their IS no problem or recall on my truck (ven#).*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
1998 rodeo had 44,200 miles and needed to replace the head gasket. had been to the dealership for lost of heat and burning smell and dealership replaced thermostat but problem was back within 2 weeks and found out it was the head gasket. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers intermittently not working. *la
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Anti-lock braking system. ABS system activates on dry pavement when braking if a slight bump IS hit. unable to stop vehicle safely when system IS activated. antilock brake system warning light stays on periodically.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10244945The following information is provided to clearly explain Isuzus policy for control module (engine, transmission, antilock brake, instrument panel, body control, power interface, etc.) reprogramming. Control module calibrations are regularly updated for many reasons. These reasons may include, but are not limited to: model year change, software corrections, certification compliance, product improvement and specific application requirements. However, the mere existence of a newer control module calibration does not necessarily mean that warranty coverage exists or that the calibration must be installed. It is not our policy to update control modules, under warranty or after warranty, based solely on the availability of a newer calibration file. Below are our guidelines for reprogramming control modules.
- 10237146This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio or other component covered by this bulletin is repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio and component repairs not covered under warranty. Contact Alpine directly for pricing and payment methods applicable to radio and component repairs not covered under warranty.
- 10218932Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts Warranty claim payments and/or claim chargeback. This bulletin was revised to add a Parts Warranty Form
- 10218927Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts Warranty claim payments and/or claim chargeback.
- 10217004The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic support to Isuzu dealer technicians repairing Isuzu vehicles in and out of vehicle warranty. A TAC case number will be issued solely for information tracking purposes and future contact reference.
- 10217001The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various Isuzu Workshop Manuals and bulletins. If a Threebond product is unavailable, we recommend that you utilize the chart below to find equivalent of similar products (when available) from Loctite and Permatex.
- 10209890This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio covered by this bulletin is repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio repairs not covered under warranty. Contact Alpine directly for pricing and payment methods applicable to radio repairs not covered under warranty.
- 10180711This bulletin applies to all isuzu vehicles equipped with rpo I4V mobileye this bulletin outlines the procedures for using the mobileye exchange program. This program must be used for any mobileye system repaired under warranty. A replacement mobileye eyewatch or camera unit can only be obtained by utilizing this program. Contact mobileye directly for out of warranty pricing and payment information at (877) 867-4900. Please follow the service procedure below to diagnose the mobileye system, and if necessary, request an exchange replacement part.
- 10170473Diesel engines isuzu commercial truck of america IS pleased to announce the release of oem and fleet value (fv) electrical wire connectors for certain isuzu n-series and f-series trucks. In some instances, the electrical connectors listed in this bulletin can be a cost-effective repair alternative to replacing an entire wiring harness, thereby reducing the operating expence for your customers. Please see the table below for details regarding the electrical connectors currently available
- 10168058Isuzu n-series trucks equipped with optional isuzu-authorized alpine bluetooth radio (rpo codes I8H, I1V, or I2V) this bulletin outlines the procedures for using the alpine exchange program (the "exhange program"). The exchange program must be used when any alpine radio covered by this bulletin IS repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio repairs not covered under warranty. Contact alpine dirctly for pricing and payment methods applicable to radio repairs not covered under warranty.
- 10164556Damage to fuel systems, including to both low and high pressure components, often results from fuel contamination. Operating a vehicle?s diesel engine on fuels and additives that do not meet the vehicle manufacturer?s specifications for lubrication and cooling, or that have improper anti-corrosion properties, can cause drivability problems as well as component damage or even failure. Due to the tight tolerances on modern diesel engines, contaminants such as water can dilute the lubricating properties of diesel fuel and cause engine damage. For instance, water can lead to acid forming in the fuel system, which can be extremely caustic and harmful to the engine. Contamination of high pressure fuel system components may cause symptoms including, but not limited to, the following:
- 10145200Important: effective june 1, 2018 ? The iqc process will be transferred to isuzu technical assistance. As of june 1, 2018, please contact the isuzu technical assistance line at 1-877-isuzucv (1-877-478-9828), prompt 3, prior to replacing engines or transmissions that are believed to be covered by the isuzu new vehicle warranty, isuzu parts warranty, gold star used truck warranty and/or all extended powertrain warranties offered by isuzu as well as over-the counter engine and transmission assembly replacements.we ask you to call the tal so that we may obtain faster and more accurate quality information on failed engines and transmission assemblies and improve the reliability of oem and service replacement engine and transmission assemblies.
- 10130290This bulletin IS being issued to inform dealers of diesel particulate filter (dpf) cleaning recommendations, inspection practices, and recommended r&r procedures for service and cleaning system availability.
- 10056373Isuzu: information regarding corrosion inhibitor improvement that changes color of coolant to a dark color and IS added at port to both radiator and surge tank.
- 10053488Isuzu: installation of a three bond 1215 part IS recommended when installing the kingpin sealing plug.
- 10053487Isuzu: mainenance and lubrication reminder of the front axle kingpin. This IS important for the steering system.
- 10008497Information on isuzu diesel engine turbocharger diagnostics. Also includes 2005 isuzu n-series and chevrolet and GMC w-series.
Every Isuzu N Series model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.