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1998-2026 · 14 model years

Isuzu FTR Problems by year

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the Isuzu FTR across 14 model years, and it has 14 recalls. The 2024 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2), while 1998, 2005, 2007 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the lights, followed by the fuel system.

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Most complaints for its age20242 complaints · 3 recallsSee the 2024
Complaints
8
Recalls
14
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

FTR complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20260200-F
20250300-D
20242300LightsD
20230300-C
20220600-D
20210400-C
20201600SteeringC
20190800-C
20180700-C
20071000Fuel systemA
20061100LightsA
20051000Electrical systemA
20011001Fuel systemA
19981000Transmission & drivetrainA

Most common FTR problems

Isuzu FTR recalls 14

Latest FTR complaints

2024 Isuzu FTRLights

This was a rental truck and I am not the owner, just the operator. The headlights are too bright and I have almost been crashed onto when other drivers were blinded by the headlights. I am not sure but believe this is the first year this model truck has these bright led headlights.

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 11625802
2024 Isuzu FTRLights

This is a long term rental truck, 2024 Isuzu FTR, and not owned by me. The headlights are too bright. Other drivers flash me thinking I have the brights on but they are the regular headlights. My wife was driving in front of me in a car and almost crashed because she said my headlights are too bright and blinded her. The dealer said they are aimed correct and are just bright. The truck is brand new and never been in an accident.

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 11600773
2020 Isuzu FTRSteering

The vehicles steering is extremely loose, it swims in the lane when operating on a highway at speeds above 45 mph which is dangerous. We took the truck to the dealer and had all the wheels aligned and balanced, but it did not help. I hold my cdl-a and have driven a variety of trucks, this is not good.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11375014
2007 Isuzu FTRFuel system

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 isuzu ftr. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, she noticed that the diesel tank was cracked and severely corroded. The contact stated that the metal was also peeling. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire fuel tank and the straps needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 10632235
2006 Isuzu FTRLights

Several manufacturers are dimming the brake lights (ie red running lights) by flashing the led components many times a second. It is disconcerting to view the dashes of light that are perceived by the retina if the head is moved rapidly. I even understand the law requires constant illumination of bulbs. With more and more lights being modulated with on off cycles to reduce intensity, the eye is drawn to these flashes preventing adequate attention to other detail of traffic and obstructions at night. *Nm

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 10171360
2005 Isuzu FTRElectrical system

Vehicle's abs and parking brake light come one and the front air blower doesn't work while these lights are on. Dealer said this was a service problem and ordered parts to fix. When parts came in, the problem was suppose to be fixed. The following day the problem began again. After discussing with our service advisor, I suggested that on the next occurrence I come in so they can see the problem, since they were unable to "duplicate it". They took our vehicle to the service area where they then said it was a "loose" wire under the steering column that needed to be replaced and was on order. They could not "guarantee" that this would solve the problem either. *Jb

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10150975

Questions about the Isuzu FTR

Which Isuzu FTR years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2024 (2), 1998 (1), 2001 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2024 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Isuzu FTR years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1998, 2005, 2007 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other FTR years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Isuzu FTR problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the lights (3), fuel system (2), transmission & drivetrain (1) most often.

How many recalls does the Isuzu FTR have?

NHTSA lists 14 recalls across all Isuzu FTR model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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