The 2016 Isuzu NQR has 5 recalls, the most serious involving two chassis issues: a rear wheel hub that can shift outward from the axle and reduce braking control, and rear suspension U-bolts that can loosen and allow the axle to shift out of alignment, potentially causing the driveshaft to separate and the vehicle to stall.
On the structural side, metal burrs left on the transmission crossmember during manufacturing can crack the mounting studs over time, leaving the transmission unsupported and preventing it from shifting properly. There is also a safety equipment concern: the onboard fire extinguisher may fail to discharge correctly during a fire. Finally, certain trucks built in mid-2015 with 5.2L diesel engines carry tire and rim information labels printed in a format that may be difficult to read, which can lead to overloaded cargo or underinflated tires.
At a glance
What can fail
The nuts that secure the rear axle U-bolts may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time, causing the rear axle to shift out of alignment.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear axle U-bolt nuts and tighten or replace them as needed to secure the axle properly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The plastic-handle fire extinguisher may clog and fail to discharge, require excessive force to activate, or have a nozzle that detaches forcefully, potentially causing injury.
What the fix does
Replace the fire extinguisher with a free replacement unit from Walter Kidde.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts that lock the left rear wheel bearing hub may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which could cause them to loosen.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the left rear wheel bearing hub bolts and tighten them as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Manufacturing burrs on the frame crossmember where the transmission mounts may cause the transmission mounting studs to break.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your vehicle and install a metal shim to relieve stress on the mounting studs at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The certification label may contain typos in rim size, tire pressure, and weight information, making it difficult to properly load and maintain your vehicle.
What the fix does
Isuzu will provide a corrected certification label at no cost. Contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 to arrange.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
