The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive and automatic transmissions built with tod (torque-on-demand). In certain high speed frontal crashes, an interior fuel line and fuel hose can be separated, allowing fuel to leak.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install fuel system shields.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-253 (00V253000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery |
| Report date | September 7, 2000 |
| Owners notified | September 21, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 13,275 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-253 repair free?
Yes. Isuzu dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install fuel system shields.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 13,275 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.