Isuzu Recall 17V-191: Power train – axle hubs

Affected: 2011–2016 Isuzu NPR, 2011–2017 Isuzu NPR HD, 2015–2017 Isuzu NPR XD and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on March 21, 2017, covering about 97,000 vehicles.

The problem

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2011-2016 NPR, 2011-2017 NPR-HD, NQR, NRR, 2015-2017 NPR-XD, 2012-2016 Reach, NPR Gas and NPR-HD Gas incomplete trucks. The left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts may not have been properly tightened during assembly.

The risk

The loose bolts can allow the wheel assembly to move outward from the axle housing, affecting the control of the vehicle and reducing braking performance, thereby increasing a risk of a crash.

The fix

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign17V-191 (17V191000)
ManufacturerIsuzu Motors Limited
ComponentPower train › Axle hubs
Report dateMarch 21, 2017
Owners notifiedApril 19, 2017
Vehicles affected97,000
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 17V-191 repair free?

Yes. Isuzu dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 97,000 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.