Recall 96V-059: 1996 Isuzu Hombre
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Apr 3, 1996, covering about 1,547 vehicles.
The problem
A brazilian domestic headlamp was inadvertently installed on these vehicles instead of the required U.S. Domestic assembly. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: reduced lighting from these head lamps can cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect both the left and right head lamp assemblies for presence of the aiming pads. If the head lamp assembly does note have these aiming pads, it will be replaced with the correct head lamp assembly.
Notes
System: lighting; lamp; head lights; FMVSS no. 108. Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact isuzu at 1-800-643-4070. Als0 contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Headlights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V059001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Isuzu Hombre | 1996 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 96V-059?
A brazilian domestic headlamp was inadvertently installed on these vehicles instead of the required U.S. Domestic assembly. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
How is recall 96V-059 fixed?
Dealers will inspect both the left and right head lamp assemblies for presence of the aiming pads. If the head lamp assembly does note have these aiming pads, it will be replaced with the correct head lamp assembly.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.