Isuzu NPR Problems by Year
NHTSA has 36 owner complaints and 19 safety recalls on file for the Isuzu NPR, across 24 model years (1995–2020). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (9). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Isuzu NPR years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No NPR 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 NPR problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Isuzu NPR model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 NPR | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2019 NPR | 1 | 4 | — | Tires | |
| 2018 NPR | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2017 NPR | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2016 NPR | 1 | 5 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2015 NPR | 1 | 5 | — | Engine | |
| 2014 NPR | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2013 NPR | 2 | 4 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2012 NPR | 1 | 5 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2011 NPR | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2009 NPR | 1 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 NPR | 2 | 3 | — | Power Train | |
| 2007 NPR | 2 | 3 | — | Fuel System, Diesel | |
| 2006 NPR | 9 | 3 | — | Steering | |
| 2005 NPR | 2 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2004 NPR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2003 NPR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2002 NPR | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2000 NPR | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1999 NPR | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1998 NPR | 2 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1997 NPR | 4 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 1996 NPR | 1 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 1995 NPR | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Isuzu NPR years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (9), 1997 (4), 2013 (2). 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 NPR?
Steering, with 7 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Isuzu NPR have?
19 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.