Isuzu Trooper 1986
Model Trooper made in 1986 by Isuzu got 18 consumer complains there are 6 investigations as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, latches/locks/linkages and seat belts. The car had some investigations: engine and engine cooling, structure and visibility. There were some recalls concerningstructure, trailer hitches. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.2l, 2.3l.
Model 1986
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.2L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 28/28/28 | 31/35/33 | D | $ 643 | 18 | 850825 |
| ( 2.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 18/21/19 | 20/27/23 | Regular | $ 986 | 18 | 850825 |
| ( 2.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 18/21/19 | 20/27/22 | Regular | $ 986 | 18 | 850825 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V093000 | ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED | from 09/01/1983 to 08/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 49300 | 11/24/1992 | ODI | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 07/27/1992 | 07/31/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Trucks used in the salt-belt states can have accumulated corrosion in the hinges of the rear doors. if the vehicles also have misaligned door latches and strikers, it is possible to close the doors in a false latch condition. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the false latch condition, the rear doors may givethe impression that the door is properly latched when it is not. this could leadto passengers and/or cargo falling from rear doors which can open without priorwarning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Check the door latches and strikers for correct alignment and repair if necessary; also inspect rear door hinges for corrosion and replace if necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: rear door hinges.vehicle description: utility vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| TRAILER HITCHES | ||||||||||||||||
| 93E023000 | REESE PRODUCTS, INC | E (Equipment) | 670 | 07/22/1993 | MFR | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 07/22/1993 | 07/27/1993 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the failure occurs, the trailer can separate from thetowing vehicle, and could result in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the trailer hitch. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: trailer hitch.equipment description: reese class ii trailer hitch, part no. 06070.note: if your vehicle is presented to the dealer from whom you purchased theitem on an agreed service date and the remedy is not provided or the remedy does correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance, please contact reese products warranty department at 1-800-326-1090, ext. 203. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| PE90087 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 06/06/1990 | 10/12/1990 | DIESEL ENGINE SURGE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| EA91033 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 07/15/1991 | 07/28/1992 | REAR DOOR HINGE SEPARATION | 92V093000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE91046 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 02/19/1991 | 07/15/1991 | REAR DOOR HINGE SEPARATION | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VISIBILITY | ||||||
| PE90059 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 03/15/1990 | 06/22/1990 | WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILS | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA92018 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 06/02/1992 | 04/02/1993 | HEATER CORE FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| DP92005 | ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA | 03/03/1992 | 06/02/1992 | DEFECTIVE HEATER CORES | ||
| Defective heater cores | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 07/23/1996 | 1 | 08/14/1991 | |
| Engine cylinder head cracked. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 05/05/2001 | 2 | 10/01/1998 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | |||
| 06/10/1995 | 0 | ||
| Hood latch striker failed, causing hood to remain in open position. *aw | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 03/25/2010 | 226000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1986 isuzu trooper. the vehicle was parked when the front passenger side occupant attempted to engage the seat belt mechanism. unexpectedly, the floor board cable which is attached to the seat belt connector disengaged without warning. the vehicle has not been repaired at this time. the current and failure mileages were 226,000. | |||
| The passenger and drivers seat belt doesn't retrack. please describe. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/03/1996 | 1 | 08/01/1986 | |
| Driver's seat belt locked in position, would not unlock. | |||
| 02/18/1995 | 8 | ||
| Front seat belt buckles failed to stay fastened. *skd | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| 08/15/1998 | 08/15/1996 | ||
| Seat belts retracting mechanism failed. | |||
| 08/27/1995 | 7 | ||
| Front seat belt retractors intermittently lock up so that seat belts can't be used. *dsh | |||
| 07/06/1994 | 1 | ||
| Drivers shoulder belt fails to retract. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1993 | 1 | ||
| Both front driver/passenger seat belts failed to retract. please describe details. *ak | |||
| 06/01/1992 | 1 | ||
| Front passenger side belt will not retract and has no tension in it. tt | |||
| 03/15/1995 | |||
| Drivers side seat belt will not unreel. locked up. tt | |||
| SEATS | |||
| Driver's seat tore loose from the floorboard while driving, causing driver to fall back while pulling off. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | |||
| 04/22/1995 | |||
| Extension-611, driver seat went into rear seat failure, while driving vehicle, causing loss control of vehicle. tt | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 06/11/1995 | 1 | ||
| The rear hatch door hinge failed when door came off. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| Consumer was pulling into driveway, attempting to enter garage when heater core blew up, causing hot water and steam to blow inside vehicle and on top of consumer, resulting in burns and injuries. no warning was given.heater core was replaced two years prior. *ak | |||
| 1 | 10/01/1996 | ||
| Heater coil manifold ruptured on inside, drivers side of car leaked hot coolant onto floor where drivers foot is located. | |||