The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage system." the owner's manual does not explain the meaning of the location symbols for the lower universal anchorage system.
The risk
This does not comply with the standard.
The fix
Owners will be provided with a supplement for their owner's manual. It describes and shows the location symbols for the child restraint anchors that are located in the vehicle. Owner notification began August 15, 2003. Owners should contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-269 (03V269000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manual |
| Report date | July 21, 2003 |
| Owners notified | August 15, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,290 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-269 repair free?
Yes. Isuzu dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be provided with a supplement for their owner's manual. It describes and shows the location symbols for the child restraint anchors that are located in the vehicle. Owner notification began August 15, 2003.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,290 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.