Heater/AC fan kept going out. Was told it was relay switch. After several replacements, was told it was a fault in the ignition. Ignition was replaced. Fan now works. Now headlights go out intermittently. Tech's can't figure out why.
2003 Isuzu Ascender: headlights failing or too dim
6 of the 35 complaints about the 2003 Isuzu Ascender describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
- 20071
- 20062
- 20053
- 20046
- 20036
What owners say
At night while driving the low beams headlights turn off and after a few minutes turn back on. The high beams work when the lights go out and we have to turn them on to have headlamps. The daytime running lights don't seem to be affected by the problem during the day. Problem happens only at night.
While driving at night the dim head lights go off for no reason,this happens every two days or so , so I have to drive with bright lights (which blinds on coming traffic) on for about six or seven miles before the low beams start working again. Dealership can't seem to duplicate problem, so nothing has been done yet.
The vehicle's headlights blink. *nm the dealer refused to repair the headlight problem. The problem had been present since purchase. The blinking problem would occur in the morning and after sitting for a few hours, while the vehicle was in motion, the lights would dim down when the consumer's foot was off of the pedal and the headlights would go out completely and then back on again. *sc
The headlights dim 2 - 3 times daily while driving. The day time running light is on when this occurs. On 3 separate occasions headlights totally went out for a short period of time before coming back on. Dealership replaced the ignition switch, alternator, and battery an attempt to correct the failure. However, the failure recurred. Manufacturer refused to do any more repairs unless the dealership was able to duplicate the problem.
When the high beams were not on, the consumer was only able to see two car lengths ahead. *jb *ts. The consumer was told the headlamps were pre-set and could not be readjusted.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: turn signal
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the driver wishing to signal a turn by moving the directional signal lever, (up or down) may cause the front marker/turn lights and rear turn lights to flash in a manner similar to hazard warning, rather than flashing on the desired side only.
- Risk
- The driver may not be able to clearly signal their intentions to turn, change travel lanes, or potentially warn others of an impaired vehicle operating condition increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the suspect flasher modules with a new flasher module designed with sealed relays and more durable contact material inside of the relays free of charge. The recall began on august 4, 2005. Isuzu began mailing owner letters on august 4, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727, buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, and oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537.
Recall number 05V198000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2003 Isuzu Ascender headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2003 Isuzu Ascender?
6 of 35 owner complaints about the 2003 Isuzu Ascender (17%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2003.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Isuzu Ascender?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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