NHTSA Recall 13V259000: Equipment and electrical system
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,774 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Chevrolet W-Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V259000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 19, 2013 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Isuzu N-Series; model year 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC W-Series; model year 2001-2004 Isuzu FRR and model year 2001-2004 Chevrolet and GMC WT5500 trucks. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code IG3). Debris may collect at the contact point of the heater plug and the extension cord. This may cause overheating of the extension cord.
Safety risk
Overheating of the extension cord could melt the oil pan heater plug and/or block heater plug, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Isuzu will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trucks. The extension cord and damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V259000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet W-Series | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Chevrolet WT5500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| GMC W-Series | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| GMC WT5500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu Frr | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu N-Series | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.