2007 Isuzu NQR problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2007 Isuzu NQR — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other NQR years?

NQR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Isuzu NQR problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Engine	1	20%	— flat
Fuel System	1	20%	new
Latches & Locks	1	20%	new
Steering	1	20%	new
Suspension	1	20%	new

Does the 2007 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10V636000EngineDecember 15, 2010 · 2,992 units

Defect

ISUZU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 ISUZU NPR, NQR, NRR, GMC W3500, W4500, W5500, AND CHEVROLET W3500, W4500, AND W5500 VEHICLES. THE OIL PIPE BOLTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY DURING THE VEHICLE PRODUCTION PROCESS. IF NOT ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AFTER PROLONGED VEHICLE OPERATION, WHICH CAN RESULT IN OIL SEEPAGE OR LEAKAGE FROM THE PACKING SEALS. IN GENERAL, AS OIL IS LOST, THE OIL WARNING LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE, AND THERE MAY BE ABNORMAL ENGINE NOISE AND LOSS OF OIL CAN CAUSE ENGINE SEIZURE.

Consequence

IF THE ENGINE SEIZES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SUDDEN DECELERATION LEADING TO AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PACKING SEALS WITH NEW ONES AND THE BOLT WILL BE TIGHTENED WITH A SPECIFIED TORQUE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.

08V251000Fuel SystemJune 5, 2008 · 16,859 units

Defect

ISUZU IS RECALLING 16,859 MY 2006-2007 ISUZU NPR, NQR, NRR, GMC W3500, W4500, W5500 AND CHEVROLET W3500, W4500, W5500 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DIESEL ENGINES. DIESEL FUEL MAY SEEP OR LEAK FROM THE FUEL PIPE AT THE UPPER OR LOWER FUEL PORT ON THE DIESEL FUEL SUPPLY PUMP.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND IF NO SEEPAGE OR LEAKAGE IS DETECTED, THE FUEL PIPE FITTINGS WILL BE TIGHTENED. IF SEEPAGE OR LEAKAGE IS DETECTED, THE FUEL SUPPLY PUMP WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON JUNE 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438..

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WE DRIVE THE TRUCK EVERYDAY FROM 1 LOCATION TO ANOTHER LOCATION FOR ABOUT 65 MILES PER DAY THE ODOMETER IS ABOUT 75,000 MILES. WE DO REGULAR SERVICE ON TIME AND THERE'S NO ACCIDENT SO FAR (TOUCH WOOD). THERE'S NO SYMPTOM FOR THE INCIDENT. THIS HAPPENED ON 8/15/2010 SUNDAY HEADING FROM MONTEREY PARK…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 15, 2010

“2007 ISUZU NPR-HD, TRUCK GIVES A SOFT TO HARD VIBRATION DURING MOTION AT OR OVER 65MPH. THE TRUCK WAS UNDER WARRANTY, INFORMED DEALER ABOUT THE PROBLEM. TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR REPAIRS AS VIBRATION IN FRONT, DEALER CHECKED AND ADVISED TIRES ARE BAD, "REPLACED ALL TIRES-PROBLEM NOT FIXED INFORMED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · January 1, 2008

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 ISUZU NQR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS FRACTURED AND CAUSING THE DIESEL FUEL TO LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE AND…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 21, 2011

“2007 ISUZU NPR-HD, TRUCK GIVES A SOFT TO HARD VIBRATION DURING MOTION AT OR OVER 65MPH. THE TRUCK WAS UNDER WARRANTY, INFORMED DEALER ABOUT THE PROBLEM. TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR REPAIRS AS VIBRATION IN FRONT, DEALER CHECKED AND ADVISED TIRES ARE BAD, "REPLACED ALL TIRES-PROBLEM NOT FIXED INFORMED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 1, 2008

“2007 ISUZU NPR-HD, TRUCK GIVES A SOFT TO HARD VIBRATION DURING MOTION AT OR OVER 65MPH. THE TRUCK WAS UNDER WARRANTY, INFORMED DEALER ABOUT THE PROBLEM. TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR REPAIRS AS VIBRATION IN FRONT, DEALER CHECKED AND ADVISED TIRES ARE BAD, "REPLACED ALL TIRES-PROBLEM NOT FIXED INFORMED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · January 1, 2008

2007 Isuzu NQR — common questions

Is the 2007 Isuzu NQR reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2007 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Isuzu NQR. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2007 compare to other NQR years?

What are the most common 2007 Isuzu NQR problems?

Does the 2007 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2007 Isuzu NQR — common questions

Is the 2007 Isuzu NQR reliable?

Does the 2007 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

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