NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint for the 2010 Isuzu N-Series. Most complaints involve service brakes (1).
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Isuzu N-Series; model year 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC W-Series; model year 2001-2004 Isuzu FRR and model year 2001-2004 Chevrolet and GMC WT5500 trucks. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code IG3). Debris may collect at the contact point of the heater plug and the extension cord. This may cause overheating of the extension cord.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ISUZU NRR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND ABS BRAKE MODULE FAILED. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AS INTENDED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RETURNING TO WORK AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED AN ODOR IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE COMING FROM THE REAR BRAKES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE SHOES IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SEIZED ONTO THE BRAKE DRUMS DUE TO OVERHEATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HFI TRUCK CENTER (LOCATED AT 1463 US-22, MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ 07092, (908) 232-4600) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS BRAKE MODULE FAILED AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ABS PUMP, BRAKE SEALS, BRAKE DRUMS, BRAKE SHOES, AND WHEEL CYLINDER AT THE COST OF $7,500. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 179,750.”
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 11, 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.
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.