2011 Isuzu NQR problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2011 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

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Fires reported

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How does 2011 compare to other NQR years?

NQR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2011 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

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

17V191000TransmissionMarch 21, 2017 · 97,000 units

Defect

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2011-2016 NPR, 2011-2017 NPR-HD, NQR, NRR, 2015-2017 NPR-XD, 2012-2016 Reach, NPR Gas and NPR-HD Gas incomplete trucks. The left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts may not have been properly tightened during assembly.

Consequence

The loose bolts can allow the wheel assembly to move outward from the axle housing, affecting the control of the vehicle and reducing braking performance, thereby increasing a risk of a crash.

Remedy

Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear wheel bearing hub locking bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.

12V562000Electrical SystemDecember 3, 2012 · 42 units

Defect

Phenix Enterprises, Inc. (Phenix) is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2011 trucks manufactured from July 22, 2008, through December 16, 2011, equipped with a Sure Power battery separator, part number 16511893 (model 1314). Suspect vehicles, in their as-built configuration, had a Sure Power battery separator installed on the inboard side of the curb side rail. These battery separators may overheat.

Consequence

If the battery separator overheats it can result in smoke and possibly a fire.

Remedy

Phenix will notify owners and replace the battery separator free of charge. Owners may contact Phenix at 1-800-736-9790.

2011 Isuzu NQR — common questions

Is the 2011 Isuzu NQR reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2011 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2011 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 2011 compare to other NQR years?

Does the 2011 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

2011 Isuzu NQR — common questions

Is the 2011 Isuzu NQR reliable?

Does the 2011 Isuzu NQR have recalls?

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