2001-2013 Chevrolet W-Series, Chevrolet WT5500 and others recall: equipment

Isuzu Manufacturing Services Of America reported this safety recall on June 19, 2013. It covers about 1,774 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,774
reported: Jun 19, 2013
owners notified: Aug 30, 2013

Equipment

What is wrong: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Isuzu N-Series; model year 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC W-Series; model year 2001-2004 Isuzu FRR and model year 2001-2004 Chevrolet and GMC WT5500 trucks. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code IG3). Debris may collect at the contact point of the heater plug and the extension cord. This may cause overheating of the extension cord.
Risk: Overheating of the extension cord could melt the oil pan heater plug and/or block heater plug, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy: Isuzu will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trucks. The extension cord and damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1‑866‑441‑9638.

Recall number 13V259000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet W-Series 2001-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Chevrolet WT5500 2001-2004 2001 2002 2003 2004
GMC W-Series 2001-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
GMC WT5500 2001-2004 2001 2002 2003 2004
Isuzu FRR 2001-2004 2001 2002 2003 2004
Isuzu N-Series 2001-2013 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

Questions about recall 13V259000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2013 Chevrolet W-Series, Chevrolet WT5500 and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 13V259000, reported on June 19, 2013, covers about 1,774 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V259000?

Isuzu will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trucks. The extension cord and damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1‑866‑441‑9638.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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