1996 ISUZU HOMBRE Recalls (4)

Campaign:
96V059001 on 04/16/1996
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Manufactured:
08/31/1995 - 01/31/1996
Affected:
1,547
Defect:
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."
Consequence:
Consequence of non-compliance: reduced lighting from these head lamps can cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
System: lighting; lamp; head lights; fmvss no. 108. vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact isuzu at 1-800-643-4070. als0 contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V008002 on 02/02/1997
Component:
Visibility:windshield
Manufactured:
01/31/1996 - 04/29/1996
Affected:
8
Defect:
The top coat paint severely peels due to overbaking of the powder primer prior to the top coat application. since the windshield primer and adhesive adhere to the top coat paint onthe windshield opening flange, the windshield does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting."
Consequence:
In the event of a vehicle crash, the windshield may not stay in place as required by fmvss no. 212.
Correction:
All vehicles have been repurchased. this campaign is 100%.
Notes:
Owner notification began january 30, 1997. note:owners who do not have their vehicle replaced or their purchase price refunded should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
98V150002 on 02/10/1999
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Manufactured:
08/31/1995 - 05/30/1996
Affected:
8,925
Defect:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Consequence:
This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 8, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
03V210000 on 06/05/2003
Component:
Visibility:rear window wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured:
05/31/1996 - 08/30/1997
Affected:
14,860
Defect:
On certain pickup trucks with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. the windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Consequence:
If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. owner notification began july 14, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1996 ISUZU HOMBRE TSBs (10)

Bulletin:
97090198L001
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Vehicles may experience a wind rush noise coming fromthe passenger-side dash when the mode knob is set to max a/c and the fan control is set for low speed. *yc
Bulletin:
97090198L007
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some vehicles are experiencing damage to the exterior paint surface due to industrial fallout or acid rain. *yc
Bulletin:
97020103L001
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Enhanced evaporative emission control system recommended special tools. *yc
Bulletin:
9810L001
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
Intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning. 8yc
Bulletin:
9810L003
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Conditions with ignition lock ( key ) cylinders will not rotate. *yc
Bulletin:
SB9914S007
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Information regarding the availability of the child seat tether anchor kit. *tt
Bulletin:
SB0001S006
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some customers may comment on backfire during crank / start; no start; slow or hard start / crank; grinding or unusual noises during crank / start; cracked or broken engine block at the starter boss; broken starter drive housing; and broken
Bulletin:
SB0014S001
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
American isuzu motors inc. is pleased to announce the availability of top tether child restraint seat anchor bracket kits for certain isuzu sport utility vehicles. the use of this anchor bracket may be necessary when installing certain ch
Bulletin:
SB9804L007
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
Some vehicles from vin t8700001 through t8708925 may exhibit a condition in which the windshield wier motor may fail after a year or more of vehicle operation. *tt
Bulletin:
0412S003
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
J44551 air conditioner suction screen kit repair recommendations and procedures after compression failures. *tt

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