CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
- Problem
- Isuzu Motors Limited (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2022 FTR and FVR trucks. A programming error in the ECM software calibration, resulted in the vehicles not having engine braking functionality.
- Risk
- Without engine braking, a driver may experience longer stopping distances than expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the ECM with the corrected calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on September 1, 2022. Owners may contact Isuzu's customer service at 1-866- 441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2204.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2022 Isuzu FTR and FVR trucks have an engine control module software calibration error that leaves the vehicle without engine braking functionality. Without engine braking, a driver may experience longer stopping distances than expected, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Authorized Isuzu dealers will reprogram the engine control module with the corrected calibration. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed on September 1, 2022. Owners can also contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638, referencing recall V2204, and can check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Isuzu FTR | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Isuzu FVR | 2022 |