Isuzu N Series Problems by Year
NHTSA has 20 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Isuzu N Series, across 24 model years (1998–2024). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Isuzu N Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No N Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 N Series: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 N Series: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 1999 N Series: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2004 N Series: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2010 N Series: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2011 N Series: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 N Series problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Isuzu N Series model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2023 N Series | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2022 N Series | 1 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2019 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 N Series | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2014 N Series | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2013 N Series | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2012 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 N Series | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2010 N Series | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2009 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2005 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 N Series | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 N Series | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2002 N Series | 3 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2001 N Series | 2 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 N Series | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1999 N Series | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1998 N Series | 6 | 0 | — | Visibility |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Isuzu N Series years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (6), 2002 (3), 1999 (3). 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 N Series?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 7 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Isuzu N Series have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.