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Isuzu NPR Recall 19V663: Keystock may loosen, causing sudden loss of right-hand steering

NHTSA campaign 19V663, reported September 18, 2019, 136 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018-2019 Isuzu NPR, NQR, and NRR trucks that were modified with dual steering may have a keystock that can become dislodged from the steering cross shaft. If this happens, the driver can experience unexpected loss of right-hand steering.

Unexpected loss of steering increases the risk of a crash. If your truck was modified with dual steering, contact Diesel Modification Center customer service at 1-256-457-1726 and have a dealer check that the keystock is in place, replacing it if necessary, and that the set screw is retorqued and a stamp is drifted into the keyed slot. This repair is free of charge. You can also check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V663Diesel Modification Center LLC.
Component
STEERING
Problem
Diesel Modification Center LLC. (Diesel Modification Center) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Isuzu NQR ,NRR, and NPR vehicles modified to be equipped with dual steering. The keystock may become dislodged from the steering cross shaft and cause unexpected loss of right hand steering.
Risk
Unexpected loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Diesel Modification Center will notify owners, and dealers will verify the keystock is in place or replace it, as necessary. In addition, the set screw will be retorqued and a stamp will be drifted in the keyed slot to ensure the keystock stays in the correct position, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019. Owners may contact Diesel Modification Center customer service at 1-256-457-1726.
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 NPR20182019
Isuzu NQR20182019
Isuzu NRR20182019