2011 Isuzu N-Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 23, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other N-Series years
Not enough data 6th of 24 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Isuzu N-Series. That ranks 6th out of 24 N-Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 500 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Isuzu N-Series problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%500——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2011 Isuzu N-Series recalls (1)

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Equipment; electrical systemJun 19, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V259000 · 1,774 vehicles

Problem: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Isuzu N-Series; model year 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC W-Series; model year 2001-2004 Isuzu FRR and model year 2001-2004 Chevrolet and GMC WT5500 trucks. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code IG3). Debris may collect at the contact point of the heater plug and the extension cord. This may cause overheating of the extension cord.

Risk: Overheating of the extension cord could melt the oil pan heater plug and/or block heater plug, resulting in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Isuzu will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trucks. The extension cord and damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 isuzu nrr. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer reset the computer, but this did not remedy the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 500.

Engine · received Jul 23, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10615797

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Isuzu N-Series?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Isuzu N-Series?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2011 Isuzu N-Series a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other N-Series model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.