The 2013 Isuzu Reach has 4 recalls, the most serious being a driveshaft joint failure on vehicles fitted with an XL hybrid system that can cause the front driveshaft to detach and cut drive power, raising crash risk.
A separate drivetrain concern affects the rear axle: left rear wheel bearing hub bolts may not have been tightened properly at the factory, allowing the wheel assembly to shift outward from the axle housing, which reduces braking performance and steering control. On the electrical side, the horn switch contacts can bend or wear out and leave the horn inoperable. There is also a brake light switch that can bend during normal braking and eventually corrode, preventing the brake lights from activating and leaving following drivers without warning that the truck is slowing.
At a glance
What can fail
The universal joint connecting the front driveshaft may fail, potentially causing the front driveshaft to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated version at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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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
The brake light switch can bend during braking, preventing the brake lights from activating and allowing corrosion to develop.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a protective cover and waterproof extension harness to prevent the switch from bending or corroding.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The horn switch contacts may bend or wear prematurely, preventing the horn from functioning.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the horn contact shaft for bending or wear and replace the steering wheel combination switch if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
