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2008 Isuzu I-290Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2008 Isuzu I-290, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage53kElectrical system, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 1, 2014. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2008 Isuzu I-290 has problems

3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system20
Engine10
Equipment10
Power train10
Steering10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2008 Isuzu I-290 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Brake lights: switch

Recall 09V-310 · Jul 29, 2009 · 185,903 vehicles

Risk. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE SIMULTANEOUS LOSS OF ALL BRAKE LAMPS OR CAUSE ALL OF THE BRAKE LAMPS TO STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Isuzu.

Best & worst years

2008 vs. every other I-290 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the I-290 median. How we score

'07'08
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2008 Isuzu I-290 safety ratings

2008 Isuzu I-290 Extended Cab in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% risk)
  • Stability control: No
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What I-290 owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

EVERYTHING DIED SEVERAL TIMES INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THEN STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS STARTING THE VEHICLE. PROBLEM DISCOVERED TO BE A FAULTY GM IGNITION SWITCH. NOTE THAT THE ISUZU I290 IS BASICALLY AN IDENTICAL VEHICLE TO THE CHEVROLET COLORADO. *TR
Complaint 10607382 · Jul 1, 2014 · 86,000 miles
1.) AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SETTING, UNUSED FOR A DAY OR TWO, 2.) VEHICLE WILL NOT START BECAUSE OF A DRAINED BATTERY. 3.) BATTERY IS RECHARGED WITH A STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE CHARGER AND SERVICE IS RESTORED. SUSPICIONS ARE THAT IT MAY FALL UNDER AN EXISTING TSB # 08134 - DRAIN BATTERY PROBLEM DUE TO…
Complaint 10295832 · Dec 15, 2009 · 19,000 miles

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