Recall 15V-704: 2006–2008 Chevrolet W3500, 2006–2008 Chevrolet W4500 and 4 more

Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 26, 2015, covering about 13,671 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-704
Report date
Oct 26, 2015
Vehicles affected
13,671
Owners notified
Apr 8, 2016

The problem

Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Isuzu NPR and NPR-HD and Chevrolet W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured March 16, 2005, to August 13, 2008 and 2006-2008 GMC W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured July 18, 2005, to August 13, 2008. The affected vehicles have a fuel tank that may corrode and leak fuel.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on December 18, 2015. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerIsuzu Manufacturing Services of America
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V704000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet W35002006, 2007, 2008All years
Chevrolet W45002006, 2007, 2008All years
GMC W35002006, 2007, 2008All years
GMC W45002006, 2007, 2008All years
Isuzu NPR2006, 2007, 2008All years
Isuzu NPR HD2006, 2007, 2008All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V-704?

Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Isuzu NPR and NPR-HD and Chevrolet W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured March 16, 2005, to August 13, 2008 and 2006-2008 GMC W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured July 18, 2005, to August 13, 2008. The affected vehicles have a fuel tank that may corrode and leak fuel.

How is recall 15V-704 fixed?

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on December 18, 2015. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.