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Vehicle recall 09V042000 · February 4, 2009

Isuzu NPR, Isuzu NQR and 7 more models

The propeller shaft was manufactured with insufficient high frequency heat treatment.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Izusu is recalling 2,836 my 2008-2009 npr/nqr and nrr, GMC W3500, 4500 and 5500, Chevrolet W3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks. The propeller shaft was manufactured with insufficient high frequency heat treatment. As a result, the affected portion of the propeller shaft may not maintain its durability through the expected vehicle useful life.
Consequence
The propeller shaft could break off while the vehicle is being driving, which would result in the vehicle stalling and coasting to a stop, or loss of vehicle control which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the propeller shaft free of charge. The recall began on March 5, 2009. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
09V042000
Reported to NHTSA
February 4, 2009
Filed by
ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA
Owner notification
March 5, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected
2,836
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Recall 09V042000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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