NHTSA recall 21V-194 (21V194000)
suspension recall reported March 19, 2021 - about 258 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V194000
- Also written as
- 21V-194
- Manufacturer number
- V2103
- Reported
- March 19, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~258
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Isuzu NPR, Reach, 2016-2020 Isuzu NPR XD, NPR HD, NQR, 2016-2021 Isuzu NRR, 2017-2020 Chevrolet 4500XD, 4500HD, 5500HD, and 2020 Chevrolet 5500XD vehicles. The U-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
Why it is dangerous
The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle U-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2103.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-194 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.