Isuzu FTR Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 17 safety recalls on file for the Isuzu FTR, across 16 model years (1998–2026). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.
Isuzu FTR years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No FTR model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Isuzu FTR problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Isuzu FTR model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 FTR | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2025 FTR | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2024 FTR | 2 | 3 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2023 FTR | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2022 FTR | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2021 FTR | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2020 FTR | 1 | 6 | — | Steering | |
| 2019 FTR | 0 | 8 | — | — | |
| 2018 FTR | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2007 FTR | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2006 FTR | 1 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2005 FTR | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2001 FTR | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2000 FTR | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 1999 FTR | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 1998 FTR | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Isuzu FTR years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2024 (2), 2020 (1), 2007 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Isuzu FTR?
Exterior Lighting, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Isuzu FTR have?
17 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.