1997 Isuzu NPR Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other NPR years
- Not enough data 2nd of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Isuzu NPR. That ranks 2nd out of 24 NPR model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (2 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Isuzu NPR problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | 278,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Isuzu NPR recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: The front axle brake hoses were damaged during transportation of the front axle assembly with the brake hoses attached.
Risk: This damage could result in brake fluid leakage, reducing the braking effectiveness and increasing the stopping distances.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front axle brake hoses (right and left) and any hose showing damage will be replaced.
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.
City of tempe arizona is forcing vehicle owners to reduce the overall length of their vehicle (21 feet) to park at their homes. The most economical way to comply is to chop in the middle to keep the tow arrangement which weakens the strength and integrity of the metal causing a hazard for the…
While the consumer was driving, both right rear tires blew out causing the driver to lose control and crash into the wall resulting in fire, there were two injuries. (ohio traffic crash report) *yh
Back left outboard tire delaminated entire tread came off 0n 8\30\99.... Both of the back left tires replaced... On 9\16\00 back right outboard tire delaminated ... Considerable amount of damage done to spray piping.. Replaced all of the 4 remaining tires. Failures were reported to the dealer. Was…
Fan clutch has gone out two times already. Isuzu told us in 98 that the fan clutch was defective and a new style was to be built. In feb of 1999 they finally can out with a new model. Time will tell if it was a new model of another lie. We also have a problem with the abs brake warning cable being…
Other Isuzu NPR years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 NPR | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 NPR | 1 | 4 |
| 2018 NPR | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 NPR | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 NPR | 1 | 5 |
| 2015 NPR | 1 | 5 |
| 2014 NPR | 0 | 4 |
| 2013 NPR | 2 | 4 |
| 2012 NPR | 1 | 5 |
| 2011 NPR | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 NPR | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 NPR | 2 | 3 |
| 2007 NPR | 2 | 3 |
| 2006 NPR | 9 | 3 |
| 2005 NPR | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 NPR | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 NPR | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 NPR | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 NPR | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 NPR | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 NPR | 2 | 1 |
| 1997 | 4 | 1 |
| 1996 NPR | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 NPR | 1 | 0 |
See all Isuzu NPR problems by year, every Isuzu model, or the VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Isuzu NPR?
Owners most often report tires, engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Isuzu NPR?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Isuzu NPR a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other NPR model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.