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1985 Isuzu ImpulseProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 1985 Isuzu Impulse, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 23, 2003. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 1985 Isuzu Impulse has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Fuel system, other
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes, air
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
1985 Isuzu Impulse 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.
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
1985 vs. every other Impulse 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 Impulse median. How we score
'83'84'85'88'89'90'91'92'94
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Impulse owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
CAR WILL NOT IDLE OR RUNS FOR VERY SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. HAVE REPLACED FUEL PUMP FUEL PUMP RELAY ETC ETC. ASC CERTIFIED MECH. SAYS NOTHING HE CAN DO. WHEN CAR IS COLD IT WORKS WELL.BUT A FEW MINUTES LATER IT STARTS ACTING UP. BASICALLY UNDRIVABLE
Own a 1985 Impulse?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.