Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
02I002000ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED I16192707/14/2003ODIISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA06/03/200206/05/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain sport utility vehicles that are equipped with an anti-lock braking system (abs), the vehicles can experience extended stopping distances in certain types of braking events.
Consequence SummaryExtended stopping distance could result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will provide a replacement computer algorithm for the abs that is based on the algorithm used in isuzu's my 2000 and 2001 vehicles, which have not had the problem. this campaign will be conducted in phases, with the my 1998 2wd vehicles covered first, since they have experienced the most problems. owner notification began march 20, 2003. 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 1-800-643-4070.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
0309S001C06/01/20030309S001D10001768Abs (anti-lock brake system), coil integrated module replacement safety improvement campaign. *tt06/25/2003
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR
070900207/01/200710022539Rear brake rotors. *kb08/20/2007
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
0309S001C06/03/200310002164Abs (anti-locking brake) system, coil integrated module replacement phase 3 announcement. *tt08/14/2003
0309S001C06/02/200310002163Abs (anti-locking brake) system, coil integrated module replacement safety improvement campaign 02i-002 phase 3 of a 4 phase release. *tt08/14/2003
0309S001B04/01/20030309S001A10001777Abs (anti-lock brake system), coil integrated module replacement safety improvement campaign. *tt06/25/2003
0309S001A03/01/200310001776Abs (anti-lock brake system), coil integrated module replacement safety improvement campaign 02i-002. *tt06/25/2003
SB0004S00101/01/2000612588Some vehicles may exhibit one or more abs diagnostic trouble codes such as: rear speed sensor open or shorted; speed sensor missing; wheel speed input abnormality. *tt06/09/2000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM
IB0109S00106/01/2001621373Subject regarding drum brake adjustment procedure. *tt09/18/2001
SB9909S00211/01/19996088702Subject regarding 2wd rear drum brake adjustment procedure. *tt01/04/2000

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
EA99008ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA03/31/199907/31/2002BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS02I002001
 Consumers alleged that they experienced a loss of braking capability that resulted in extended stopping distance, and/or illumination of the abs warning lamp.
EA99008ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA03/31/199907/31/2002BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS02I002000
 Consumers alleged that they experienced a loss of braking capability that resulted in extended stopping distance, and/or illumination of the abs warning lamp.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
1
 Brakes were not functioning when the roads were wet or if the vehicle gets in a pothole. dealer and manufacturer were contacted, and stated that there was nothing they could do. consumer had paid over $200.00 to get vehicle repaired, but the problem still persists.*ak
201/01/1999
 Consumer called complaining about having problems with the abs system on the vehicle. also stated that dealer was contacted and has said that there is nothing wrong with it. ts
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
09/02/20031
 While applying the brakes pedal went all the way down to the floor, causing a loud noise. *ak
04/01/20031
 The dealership did not have parts for the abs recall 02 i 002 000, after the appointment was made. *jb
12/20/2002110/01/1998
 I began experiencing braking problems about a year after i purchased the vehicle. when stopping suddenly, the vehicle had extending stopping distances. i had the brakes inspected and was told the brake pads were in good condition. i proceeded to search the internet for recalls and found a safety notice on the abs system. i brought my vehicle into a dealership for service and was told this notice did not pertain to my vehicle. shortly after this, i was involved in an accident. the vehicle did not stop when i applied the brakes resulting in a collision with two other vehicles. three months after the accident, i received a safety improvement campaign notice regarding my vehicle and the abs. *jb
09/16/199828661
 Brakes do not function properly during wet weather of when the vehicle hit a pothole. the dealer and manufacturer were contacted and stated that there was nothing that they could do. the consumer has paid over $200.00 to get brakes fixed, and the problem still existed. currently spent $250 for new rotors. *nlm.....*ak
10/10/19981200109/09/1998
 I do not believe that the brakes on my car have worked correctly since it was purchased. i have had it into the dealer several times, but they said they cannot find anything wrong. during the summer i got a notice that isuzu would be fixing brakes on various cars - it was not a recall, but they were going to be doing it for safety reasons. the cars were, i believe, 98 and 99 amigos and rodeos, of which mine is one. i called isuzu and they said they would be sending notices out in the fall. it is now the end of february and i have never heard another word and am not able to get any information. my brakes just don't seem to work properly and i don't think they ever have. it is like it takes longer to stop than it should.*jb
11/16/19981
 Consumer has had same problem with abs brakes as stated in recall # 02 i00 000,but this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin. mr....*ak
06/08/20021
 While traveling on highway and without prior warning abs light appears on dashboard, and brakes will not hold. dealership is aware of problem.*ak the consumer paid for the repair of the vehicle, but wants to be reimbursed. *yh
01/09/2001310/01/1998
 These are not all the repairs for the vehicle, just the major ones that have been repaired numerous times.no safety defect. *ak
1202/01/1999
 On downhill, uneven surface, brake pedal is depressed and brakes go into a non-applied mode, and after approximately a car length, the brakes will lcok up, make a slamming sound, and pull the vehicle to the side. this condition has been duplicated by the technician on both my vehicle and my husband's vehicle (same model/year). his response was that all vehicles of this model will do the same thing, even the brand new ones, and that the manufacturer considers this a normal condition. i have requested the manufacturer to buy-back my vehicle under the lemon law since it has been reported four times without resolution, but the request has been refused because there is no failure. i feel this is a potentially serious safety problem, not to mention what is does for my nerves when driving this vehicle.
10010/01/1998
 Abs brakes engage on dry bumpy pavement, causing increased breaking distance. this occurs all the time. no dealer solution. *ak
06/12/20001
 While driving on road pulled up to the intersection when light turned red, consumer applied brakes to slowdown, but brake pedal went to the floor. caused extended stopping distance and vehicle went through the intersection. contacted dealer. *ak *ml
03/21/1999902/14/1999
 When driving on wet pavement and upon making a normal stop, consumer experienced complete brake failure, resulting in extended stopping distance. cause unknown. also, gas tank has separated from bottom of vehicle, causing a fuel leakage, sun roof cover doesn't stay intact, and seat belt and gas pedal stick. consumer has contacted dealer. *ak *ml
03/28/1999
 Abs system is working intermittently when going over a bump. has to apply the brake pedal to slow down, the pedal goes straight to the floorboard. *ak
05/11/199901/16/1999
 Ea9999008, abs braking system malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to have no braking capability, and resulting in a crash. *ak.et.
03/18/1999303/21/1998
 Antilock brake system failed, allowing rear brakes to lock up causing loss of control. mjs
01/28/1999604/01/1998
 When driving on wet pavement, mostly on hills, the abs starts up and allows my car to free wheel for about 10 to 20 feet before braking begins again. i am not letting up on the pedal. the first time the abs started up it worked great, i heard a motor running under the hood and even on the snow i stopped fine. this motor does function when 12vdc is applied but as of late, no longer functions when the abs is started, the problem must be in the controling module it is failing to start the motor. i have been into the ditch 6 times total and i am just waiting to get into a very bad accident. i did notice that other cars next to me under the same conditions are able to stop. this lead me to this little test i conducted. when i disable the abs my car stops fine. in fact in a parking lot with the abs off from a speed of 30 mph the car will stop on average 45% shorter than when the abs is started. the rear tires did lock up just before coming to a complete stop with the abs off. i tested 10 times with each condition (10 with abs and 10 without abs) and then averaged resulting stopping distance. the tests werer done on wet pavement caused by rain. the dealership states that they have checked everything and the system is fine( jan 29 1999). if the dealer is corrrect and no problem exsists the system itself is not good enough. sure i can still steer the car and there is no danger of locking the tires (or stopping this car) but around here if i steer off the road in order to miss something it usually ends you up in a large ditch or off a cliff. this type of performance is not acceptable and is actually a hazzardf to everyone on the highway. how can you guys allow such a poor product to remain on the road. my car is currently equipped with a kelse hayse unit. until i can find an option that works as i really liked the way the brakes worked on the snow. the over head dome light blinks on and off when going up hill. this i can live with.
02/17/1999110/01/1998
 While braking downhill i hit a bump and the pedal moved toward the floor. stopping distance seemed to increase more than i suspected. if there had been a vehicle in front of me i may have hit it. *ak
 When applying the abs brakes on dry pavement the pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. please give any further details.*ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
04/20/20040108/01/1998
 Brakes release on 1998 isuzu. all 4 brakes release suddenly if one wheel hits bump and skips. plastic sidewall by gas pedal catches inside shoe and prevents quick moves from gas to brake.*ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
09/16/199828661
 Brakes do not function properly during wet weather of when the vehicle hit a pothole. the dealer and manufacturer were contacted and stated that there was nothing that they could do. the consumer has paid over $200.00 to get brakes fixed, and the problem still existed. currently spent $250 for new rotors. *nlm.....*ak

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