NHTSA Recall 17V191000: Axle hubs (power train)
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 97,000 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Isuzu Npr.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V191000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE HUBS |
| Report received | March 21, 2017 |
| Owner notification | April 19, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2011-2016 NPR, 2011-2017 NPR-HD, NQR, NRR, 2015-2017 NPR-XD, 2012-2016 Reach, NPR Gas and NPR-HD Gas incomplete trucks. The left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts may not have been properly tightened during assembly.
Safety risk
The loose bolts can allow the wheel assembly to move outward from the axle housing, affecting the control of the vehicle and reducing braking performance, thereby increasing a risk of a crash.
Remedy
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service 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 17V191000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Isuzu Npr | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Isuzu Npr HD | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Isuzu Npr XD | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Isuzu Nqr | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Isuzu Nrr | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Isuzu Reach | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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.