Recall 13V-259
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America recalled the 2001 to 2010 Chevrolet W-Series and 5 other models: Equipment; Electrical system.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-259
- Reported
- June 19, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 1,774 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The 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.
The fix
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet W-Series 2001 to 2010
- Chevrolet WT5500 2001 to 2004
- GMC W-Series 2001 to 2010
- GMC WT5500 2001 to 2004
- Isuzu FRR 2001 to 2004
- Isuzu N Series 2001 to 2013