NHTSA Recall 05V168000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 253 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Chevrolet W3500.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V168000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05053 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 20, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with rpo ik9, due to insufficient durability and testing, the fuel switching manifold solenoids lack water or salt intrusion resistance, which can lead to failure of one or more solenoids. Fuel switching manifold solenoid failure will cause incorrect fuel delivery resulting in fuel overflow from the fuel filler neck.
Safety risk
Overflow fuel may result in high amount of diesel fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the solenoid valve assembly with an improved assembly including additional detection circuit and enhanced water resistance free of charge. The recall began on october 27, 2005. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
Recall no. 05053.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V168000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet W3500 | 2003, 2004 |
| Chevrolet W4500 | 2003, 2004 |
| Chevrolet W5500 | 2004 |
| GMC W3500 | 2003, 2004 |
| GMC W4500 | 2003, 2004 |
| GMC W5500 | 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu Npr | 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu Nqr | 2003, 2004 |
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.