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2002 Isuzu N-seriesProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2002 Isuzu N-series, most often about the engine and engine cooling. 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 mileage235kEngine and engine cooling, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 19, 2013. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2002 Isuzu N-series 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
Engine and engine cooling20
Power train10

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

1 recall

2002 Isuzu N-series 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

Electrical system

Recall 13V-259 · Jun 19, 2013 · 1,774 vehicles

Risk. Overheating of the extension cord could melt the oil pan heater plug and/or block heater plug, resulting in an increased risk of fire.

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

2002 vs. every other N-series 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 N-series median. How we score

'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'17'18'19'22'23'24
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What N-series owners report

Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I PURCHASED A NEW 2002 ISUZU RODEO FROM FOX CHEVROLET ISUZU LOCATED AT 501 WASHINGTON BOULEVARD LAUREL, MARYLAND. IN 2004 THE DEALERSHIP CHANGED THEIR BUSINESS AND NAME TO FOX OF LAUREL BECAUSE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM THIS LOCATION I CONTINUED TAKING MY VEHICLE TO THEM FOR SERVICE. I…
Complaint 10189961 · May 7, 2007
FAN BLADE FAILURE ON NPR ISUZU TK YR. 2000-2003 WE HAD 5 BLADES EXPLODE IN TKS. THE BLADE CRACKS THEN FLIES APART THIS IS VERY BAD SOMEBOBY WILL GET KILLED IF WORKING AROUND BLADE WHEN THEY COME APART.
Complaint 10072382 · May 11, 2004 · 234,679 miles

Own a 2002 N-series?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.