2016 Isuzu Reach Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

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Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axleReported March 19, 2021 · 258 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Isuzu NPR, Reach, 2016-2020 Isuzu NPR XD, NPR HD, NQR, 2016-2021 Isuzu NRR, 2017-2020 Chevrolet 4500XD, 4500HD, 5500HD, and 2020 Chevrolet 5500XD vehicles. The U-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
Risk: The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle U-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1‑866‑441‑9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2103.

Recall number 21V194000 · Recall details

Power train: driveline: driveshaftReported February 21, 2019 · 94 vehicles affected

What is wrong: XL Hybrids Inc. (XL) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Isuzu Reach vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.
Risk: If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle, drive power will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. The detached driveshaft may also create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash for following traffic.
Remedy: XL will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact XL customer service at 1‑866‑414‑3212.

Recall number 19V098000 · Recall details

Power train: axle hubsReported March 21, 2017 · 97,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.
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.

Recall number 17V191000 · Recall details

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Is the 2016 Isuzu Reach reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Isuzu Reach.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Isuzu Reach?

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How many recalls does the 2016 Isuzu Reach have?

3 recalls, covering suspension and power train.

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