The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles were built with incorrect payload information on the vehicle certification label. The payload shown on the label is greater than the maximum validated payload. If the vehicle were loaded to the incorrectly labeled payload, it May not ride and handle in the manner that the driver expects.
The risk
This could result in a loss of control of the vehicle or an inability to stop the vehicle within expected stopping distances.
The fix
Owners will be sent a new label for installation on the driver's door of the vehicle.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V258002 (00V258002) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | September 8, 2000 |
| Owners notified | October 20, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,672 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V258002 repair free?
Yes. Isuzu dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be sent a new label for installation on the driver's door of the vehicle.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,672 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.