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Isuzu - Brake switch may detach
Official notice
13 Apr 2018
Last checked
13 Apr 2018
An official NHTSA notice concerns Isuzu - Brake switch may detach. If the brake switch and nylon retainer are not properly secured, the switch can detach from the bracket causing the brake lights to illuminate whether or not brake pedal is depressed, the shift interlock will not operate and the accelerator pedal input will be disabled resulting in the inability to accelerate. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash. Published 2018-04-13.
What to do now
Isuzu has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the seating of the retainer, and re-seat the retainer clip or replace the retainer clip, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on april 24, 2018. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is v1801.
Units affected
80
Recall number
V1801
Official notice
2018-04-13
The hazard
The hazard
If the brake switch and nylon retainer are not properly secured, the switch can detach from the bracket causing the brake lights to illuminate whether or not brake pedal is depressed, the shift interlock will not operate and the accelerator pedal input will be disabled resulting in the inability to accelerate. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Isuzu. Contact: Isuzu Motors Limited.
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