Isuzu recalls vehicle with lug nut issue

The lug nuts on the rear outer wheels may not have been properly tightened

12/27/2019

James Limbach Reporter

Isuzu Technical Center of America is recalling 1,926 model year 2017-2020 NPR-HDs, model year 2019-2020 NPR-XDs, NQRs, NRRs, Chevrolet 4500HDs, Chevrolet 5500HDs & Chevrolet 5500XDs, and model year 2020 Chevrolet 4500XD.

The lug nuts on the rear outer wheels may not have been properly tightened when installed onto the rear axles.

If not properly tightened, the lug nuts can loosen, causing the to wheel separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outer wheel lug nuts and tightening or replacing them as necessary free of charge.

The recall was expected to begin December 20, 2019.

Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at (866) 441-9638 or Chevrolet customer service at (800) 222-1020. Isuzu's number for this recall is V1906.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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What to do

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outer wheel lug nuts and tightening or replacing them as necessary free of charge.

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