The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose vehicles. An engine electrical wiring-harness clip can melt and drip onto the exhaust manifold.
The risk
The clip material on the exhaust manifold can ignite and subsequently ignite other combustible components resulting in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers are contacting owners by telephone to have their vehicles towed to the dealer and alternate transportation provided to them until the dealer can reroute the electrical wiring-harness.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V208002 (97V208002) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Isuzu Motors Limited |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood |
| Report date | November 25, 1997 |
| Owners notified | November 14, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,299 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V208002 repair free?
Yes. Isuzu dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers are contacting owners by telephone to have their vehicles towed to the dealer and alternate transportation provided to them until the dealer can reroute the electrical wiring-harness.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,299 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.