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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V735000

2014 Isuzu Reach | 2013 Isuzu Reach | 2012 Isuzu Reach — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

Published November 18, 2014 · Recall initiated: November 18, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V735000, published November 18, 2014. Recalling firm: Isuzu Motors Limited; 2014 Isuzu Reach | 2013 Isuzu Reach | 2012 Isuzu Reach — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch.

What's the hazard

Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Reach chassis manufactured July 26, 2011, to August 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may be bent while braking, possibly causing it to not activate the brake lights and potentially corrode.

What to do

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protector and a waterproof cover with an extension harness so that the switch cannot be bent or corroded, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be sent an interim notification and then will be sent a second notice when remedy parts are available. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on December 17, 2014. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

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Recall details

Brand
ISUZU
Model
REACH
Manufacturer
Isuzu Motors Limited
Lot
2014 ISUZU REACH | 2013 ISUZU REACH | 2012 ISUZU REACH
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Isuzu Reach | 2013 Isuzu Reach | 2012 Isuzu Reach — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V735000 on November 18, 2014. Reported hazard: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Reach chassis manufactured July 26, 2011, to August 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may be bent while braking, possibly causing it to not activate the brake lights and potentially corrode.

What should I do if I have this product?

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protector and a waterproof cover with an extension harness so that the switch cannot be bent or corroded, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be sent an interim notification and then will be sent a second notice when remedy parts are available. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on December 17, 2014. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ISUZU. Model: REACH.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)