Isuzu Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) Recall 98V151001

The problem

Vehicle description: truck chassis. The intermediate steering shaft-to-steering bolt was not tightened properly during assembly. This can cause steering noise, loose steering, and an uncentered steering wheel.

The risk

LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and retighten to the specified torque.

Contacts

Owner notification is expected to begin july 24, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Isuzu dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 98V151001.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1998 Isuzu NPR	2	1	B

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1998 Isuzu NPR

Questions

Is the 98V151001 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 98V151001?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 98V151001 announced?

ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED reported it to NHTSA on July 6, 1998. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion) Isuzu recall