CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Isuzu NPR HD has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (3 reports).
2016 Isuzu NPR HD recalls
Loose Rear Axle Bolts Can Cause Loss of Power
Rear axle U-bolt nuts on certain trucks may not have been properly tightened, and they can loosen over time.
Fire extinguisher may clog or its nozzle may detach
The plastic-handle fire extinguisher installed in these trucks, made by Walter Kidde (models FC10 and FC110), can become clogged.
Loose Rear Wheel Bolts Can Let Wheel Move Out
Some Isuzu NPR, NPR HD, NQR and NRR trucks from 2011 and 2012 may have left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts that were not properly tightened during assembly.
Transmission mounts may break, risking loss of shifting control
Stamping equipment used during manufacturing may have left burrs on the frame crossmember that the transmission is mounted to.
Accelerator pedal can stick wide open, risking crashes
On certain gasoline-powered trucks, the accelerator (throttle) pedal may get stuck under a steel stopper bolt and stay in the full-throttle position.
Wrong tire and load labels could lead to overloading
The certification label on certain 2016 Isuzu NPR-HD, NPR-XD, NQR and NRR trucks built between July 3 and September 2, 2015, with 5.2L diesel engines may contain typographical errors in the rim size, tire pressure and weight information.
Fire Extinguisher May Fail to Discharge in a Fire
Some trucks were equipped with a Kidde model FC10 disposable handheld fire extinguisher that may not properly discharge when its lever is pressed.
Most common 2016 Isuzu NPR HD problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
MY SIX-YEAR-OLD ISUZU TRUCKS GAS TANK STARTED TO LEAK WHILE IT WAS PARKED IN A HEATED GARAGE. THE FUMES IN THE MORNING WERE VERY STRONG AND I VENTED THE AREA PRIOR TO FEELING IT SAFE TO START THE TRUCK. THIS TRUCK HAS THE SAME GAS TANK THAT WAS IN THE 2008 ISUZU TRUCK THAT I HAD AND IT HAD A RECALL ON THE TANK. WOULD YOU LOOK INTO THIS HAZARDOUS SITUATION AND SEND ME YOUR RESULTS. THE VIN NUMBER IS-------------------------------- THE REPAIRS COST ME THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS BUT KNOW ONE AND NOTHING ELSE GOT HURT
ON 1/23/2018 THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK REPORTED THAT WHEN HE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE TRUCK LURCHED FORWARD MOVING THE TRUCK WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED. DRIVER FELT UNSAFE AS THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED FOR A FEW SECONDS. TRUCK WAS DRIVEN FOR 18 MINUTES WHEN INCIDENT OCCURRED.
ON 1/3/2018 THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK REPORTED THAT WHEN HE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EXIT RAMP OF A HIGHWAY THE TRUCK LURCHED FORWARD MOVING THE TRUCK WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED. DRIVER FELT UNSAFE AS THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED FOR A FEW SECONDS. TRUCK WAS DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES WHEN INCIDENT OCCURRED. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN THE SAME DAY TO LOCAL DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT REPRODUCE THE SAME CONDITION.
ON 2/7/2018 THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK REPORTED THAT WHEN HE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE TRUCK LURCHED FORWARD MOVING THE TRUCK WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED. DRIVER FELT UNSAFE AS THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED FOR A FEW SECONDS. TRUCK WAS DRIVEN FOR 22 MINUTES WHEN INCIDENT OCCURRED.
2016 Isuzu NPR HD questions
Does the 2016 Isuzu NPR HD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2016 Isuzu NPR HD: Loose Rear Axle Bolts Can Cause Loss of Power; Fire extinguisher may clog or its nozzle may detach; Loose Rear Wheel Bolts Can Let Wheel Move Out; Transmission mounts may break, risking loss of shifting control; Accelerator pedal can stick wide open, risking crashes. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Isuzu NPR HD?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (3), Power Train (3), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Isuzu NPR HD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.