UTILIMASTER REACH 2014: POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
| Make : UTILIMASTER | Model : REACH | Year : 2014 |
| Build Dates : 2011-07-26 - 2016-04-19 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V191000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-04-19 | Date Received by ODI: 2017-03-21 | Date Added to Database: 2017-03-22 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Isuzu Motors Limited | ||
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| Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 97000 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
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. |
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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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
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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. |
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