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2006 Isuzu I-350Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints for the 2006 Isuzu I-350. Most complaints involve exterior lighting (2) and service brakes, hydraulic (1). The EPA rates it 17 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
17mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Jul 2009
Owner complaints
4
Top: exterior lighting
Fuel cost / yr
$3,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Exterior lighting: switch

Remedy pending

GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, PUERTO RICO, SOUTH CAROLINA, TEXAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS AND UTAH. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A BRAKE LAMP SWITCH THAT MAY NOT WORK AS DESIGNED DUE TO CONTAMINATION IN THE SWITCH.

Exterior lightingReported Jul 29, 2009NHTSA 09V310000

Exterior lighting: switch

Free remedy

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE THE PERMANENT LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION OR BRAKE LAMPS THAT ARE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. THE CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) IS AFFECTED IN BOTH INSTANCES. ALSO, IF EQUIPPED, THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL BECOME INOPERATIVE. ANY TRAILER BRAKE LAMPS WHICH ARE CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE LAMP WIRING WILL MIMIC THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE LAMPS WHEN EITHER CONDITION OCCURS.

Exterior lightingReported Apr 27, 2006NHTSA 06V139000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2006 – Mar 2010
  1. Exterior lighting2
  2. Service brakes, hydraulic1
  3. Vehicle speed control1
  4. Equipment1
  5. Tires1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each I-350 model year we’ve synced.

Only one model year synced so far.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Exterior lighting

2 reports
“2006 ISUZU I-350 TRUCK THIS IS TO FILE A COMPLAINT REGARDING OUR 2006 ISUZU I-350 TRUCK PURCHASED IN 2006 AND RELATES TO A RECALL OF THE BRAKE SWITCH (GM RECALL NO. 06030, NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NO. 06V139000). FOLLOWING ARE THE CHRONOLOGICAL FACTS REGARDING MY COMPLAINT: AUGUST 26, 2006 - PURCHASED NEW TRUCK FROM BIG RED SPORTS/IMPORTS IN NORMAN, OKLAHOMA. JANUARY 2, 2007 - REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE SWITCH TO COMPLETE RECALL. PART NUMBER 8-25796-381-0 WAS USED IN REPLACEMENT. NO CHARGE DUE TO RECALL. OCTOBER 12, 2009 - REPLACEMENT AGAIN OF BRAKE SWITCH TO REPAIR INOPERABLE CRUISE CONTROL AND NO BRAKE LIGHTS. AGAIN, PART NUMBER 8-25796-381-0 WAS USED TO REPAIR THE DEFECTIVE PART INSTALLED ON JANUARY 2, 2007. CHARGE OF $121.27 PAID SINCE 'RECALL' HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN WORKED. THE EXACT SAME PART NUMBER (8-25796-381-0) WAS USED FOR BOTH REPAIRS. THEREFORE, IT WOULD APPEAR THIS PART IS DEFECTIVE AND PERHAPS SHOULD BE RECALLED, OR THERE IS ANOTHER PROBLEM NOT YET IDENTIFIED THAT IS CAUSING THIS BRAKE SWITCH TO FAIL. THE SAFETY CONCERN I HAVE IS THAT MY SON USES THIS VEHICLE WHILE AWAY AT COLLEGE AND DROVE FOR SEVERAL WEEKS WITHOUT REALIZING HE DID NOT HAVE BRAKE LIGHTS. THIS…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 14, 2009Exterior lighting, Vehicle speed control, EquipmentODI 10287390

Service brakes, hydraulic

1 report
“ABS BRAKE SYSTEM - AFTER REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS ABS SYSTEM CONSTANTLY FAILS. UNABLE TO REPAIR AFTER EXPENDITURES OF OVER $1500.00 . DEALERS AND REPAIR SERVICE HAVE NO SOLUTION TO FIX PROBLEM. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 11, 2010Service brakes, hydraulicODI 10318800

Vehicle speed control

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines
3.5L 5-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
i-350 Crew Cab 4WD
Auto 4-spd, 5 cyl, 3.5 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
162117$3,800523
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Isuzu I-350 as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 1931
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2006 I-350 questions

How many recalls does the 2006 Isuzu I-350 have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2006 Isuzu I-350 problems?

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are exterior lighting (2), service brakes, hydraulic (1), vehicle speed control (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2006 Isuzu I-350 get?

The EPA rates the 2006 Isuzu I-350 at 17 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026