The problem
Isuzu Motors Limited (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Isuzu FVR, 2023-2026 Chevrolet 7500XD, 2018-2026 Chevrolet 6500XD, and Isuzu FTR vehicles. The axle stabilizer bracket bolts may crack and break, allowing the bracket to detach from the vehicle.
The risk
A detached axle stabilizer bracket can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the stabilizer bar brackets, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include Class 6 vehicles (FTR, Chevy 6500XD). Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025 to FTR and Chevrolet 6500XD owners. Phase 2 will include Class 7 vehicles (FVR, Chevy 7500XD). Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2026 to FVR owners. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026 to Chevrolet 7500XD owners. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2506.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-719 (25V719000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | V2506 |
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger/bracket |
| Report date | October 22, 2025 |
| Owners notified | December 12, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 17,084 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2018 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2019 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2020 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2021 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2022 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2023 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2024 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2025 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2026 Chevrolet 6500XD
- 2023 Chevrolet 7500XD
- 2024 Chevrolet 7500XD
- 2025 Chevrolet 7500XD
- 2026 Chevrolet 7500XD
- 2018 Isuzu FTR
- 2019 Isuzu FTR
- 2020 Isuzu FTR
- 2021 Isuzu FTR
- 2022 Isuzu FTR
- 2023 Isuzu FTR
- 2024 Isuzu FTR
- 2025 Isuzu FTR
- 2026 Isuzu FTR
- 2022 Isuzu FVR
- 2023 Isuzu FVR
- 2024 Isuzu FVR
- 2025 Isuzu FVR
- 2026 Isuzu FVR
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-719 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the stabilizer bar brackets, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include Class 6 vehicles (FTR, Chevy 6500XD). Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025 to FTR and Chevrolet 6500XD owners.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 17,084 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.