City of tempe arizona is forcing vehicle owners to reduce the overall length of their vehicle (21 feet) to park at their homes. The most economical way to comply is to chop in the middle to keep the tow arrangement which weakens the strength and integrity of the metal causing a hazard for the public. This includes trailers in trailer parks.
The worst 1997 Isuzu NPR problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Tires2
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Tires2
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The front axle brake hoses were damaged during transportation of the front axle assembly with the brake hoses attached.
- Risk
- This damage could result in brake fluid leakage, reducing the braking effectiveness and increasing the stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front axle brake hoses (right and left) and any hose showing damage will be replaced.
Recall number 97V087001 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Isuzu NPR 12
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program"). The...
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to...
- Isuzu: information regarding corrosion inhibitor improvement that changes color of coolant to a dark color...
- Usage of E85 fuels in gm vehicles
- Certain models equipped with 5.7L V8 engines, that are registered in california may experience a service...
- Subject regarding engine oil cooler hose replacement
- Information on improper shifting, leaking shift soleniod
- Various vehicles experiencing engine failure
- 1996-97 npr efi vehicle control module diagnostic procedures - front wheel speed sensor inspection...
- 1988 - on npr jatco electromatic transmission filter kit installation/filter cartridge replacement
What 1997 Isuzu NPR owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While the consumer was driving, both right rear tires blew out causing the driver to lose control and crash into the wall resulting in fire, there were two injuries. (ohio traffic crash report)
Back left outboard tire delaminated entire tread came off 0n 8\30\99.... Both of the back left tires replaced... On 9\16\00 back right outboard tire delaminated ... Considerable amount of damage done to spray piping.. Replaced all of the 4 remaining tires. Failures were reported to the dealer. Was assured that goodyear would address with mew. They did not. Now I see why. *ak (tiresize: 16 inch)( dot number: tire size: 16 inch )
Fan clutch has gone out two times already. Isuzu told us in 98 that the fan clutch was defective and a new style was to be built. In feb of 1999 they finally can out with a new model. Time will tell if it was a new model of another lie. We also have a problem with the ABS brake warning cable being worn through causing loss of ABS system. Manufacturer says it was out of warranty, yet I cant see why a brake line to wear through at 84000 miles on highway roads.
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Questions about the 1997 Isuzu NPR
Is the 1997 Isuzu NPR reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1997 Isuzu NPR, 4.0 times a typical NPR model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Isuzu NPR?
Tires, with 2 complaints. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Isuzu NPR have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
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