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Isuzu - Positive battery cable to starter too long
Official notice
20 Nov 2020
Last checked
20 Nov 2020
An official NHTSA notice concerns Isuzu - Positive battery cable to starter too long. Over time, heat from the exhaust pipe may cause the conduit and insulation to deteriorate, exposing the wires, possibly causing a short circuit which could result in a no-start condition or a fire. Published 2020-11-20.
What to do now
Isuzu and chevrolet will notify their respective vehicle owners and dealers of this recall, and specifically of the need to adjust the positive cable in subject vehicles, and owners will be informed that the recall repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began december 11, 2020. For additional information, isuzu owners may contact isuzu customer relations at 1-866-441-9638 and chevrolet owners may contact the gm medium duty truck assistance line at 1-800-862-4389. Isuzu's number for this recall is v2005.
Units affected
46
Recall number
V2005
Official notice
2020-11-20
The hazard
The hazard
Over time, heat from the exhaust pipe may cause the conduit and insulation to deteriorate, exposing the wires, possibly causing a short circuit which could result in a no-start condition or a fire.
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Brand: Isuzu. Contact: Isuzu Motors Limited.
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