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Isuzu NPR Recall 18V235: Brake Switch May Detach, Causing Lights and Acceleration Failure

NHTSA campaign 18V235, reported April 13, 2018, 80 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The brake switch and its nylon retainer may not be properly secured to the steel brake pedal bracket. If the switch detaches, the brake lights can stay on whether or not the brake pedal is pressed, the shift interlock may stop working, and the accelerator input can be disabled, leaving the vehicle unable to accelerate. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the seating of the retainer and re-seat or replace the retainer clip if needed. The repair is free of charge at an authorized Isuzu dealer. Owners can also contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 (recall V1801) and should check their VIN for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V235Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc.
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Problem
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2018 Isuzu NPR and 2019 Isuzu NPR-HD and NPR-XD vehicles. These vehicles have a brake switch and nylon retainer that may not have been properly secured into the steel brake pedal assembly bracket.
Risk
If the brake switch and nylon retainer are not properly secured, the switch can detach from the bracket causing the brake lights to illuminate whether or not brake pedal is depressed, the shift interlock will not operate and the accelerator pedal input will be disabled resulting in the inability to accelerate. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Isuzu has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the seating of the retainer, and re-seat the retainer clip or replace the retainer clip, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2018. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V1801.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Isuzu NPR2018
Isuzu NPR HD2019
Isuzu NPR XD2019