The problem
A brazilian domestic headlamp was inadvertently installed on these vehicles instead of the required U.S. Domestic assembly. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: reduced lighting from these head lamps can cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect both the left and right head lamp assemblies for presence of the aiming pads. If the head lamp assembly does note have these aiming pads, it will be replaced with the correct head lamp assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V059001 (96V059001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | April 3, 1996 |
| Owners notified | May 24, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,547 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V059001 repair free?
Yes. Isuzu dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect both the left and right head lamp assemblies for presence of the aiming pads. If the head lamp assembly does note have these aiming pads, it will be replaced with the correct head lamp assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,547 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.