ECM Software Programmed Without Braking Function

Recall Information

Manufacturer Isuzu Motors Limited
NHTSA ID 22V508000
Report Received Date 7/15/2022
Component ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Vehicles Affected 11
Completion Rate 90.91%
Recall Category Vehicle
Software Recall Yes
OTA Update No

Description

Isuzu Motors Limited (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2022 FTR and FVR trucks. A programming error in the ECM software calibration, resulted in the vehicles not having engine braking functionality.

Issue

Without engine braking, a driver may experience longer stopping distances than expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consequence Summary

Without engine braking, a driver may experience longer stopping distances than expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the ECM with the corrected calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on September 1, 2022. Owners may contact Isuzu's customer service at 1-866- 441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2204.

More Information

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V508000

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