NHTSA Recall 03V210000: Motor (visibility)
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14,860 vehicles. It affects 1996–1997 Isuzu Hombre.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V210000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | June 2, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 14, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Safety risk
If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began july 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V210000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.