Recall 14V735 covers 3,564 2012-2014 Isuzu Reach vehicles for a brake-light-switch defect. Repair will be free at any franchised Isuzu dealer once available.
Isuzu is recalling 3,564 2012-2014 Reach chassis because braking can bend the brake light switch. A bent or corroded switch can stop the brake lights from turning on, which raises crash risk for following traffic; the Isuzu dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake light switch on the 2012-2014 Isuzu Reach is mounted near the brake pedal. When the driver presses the pedal, the switch tells the rear brake lights to turn on so traffic behind the van can see that it is slowing or stopping. The switch also ties into vehicle warning systems that monitor braking.
On affected Reach walk-in vans, the area around the brake pedal and switch is exposed in a way that leaves the switch vulnerable. Weather can reach the switch and connector, leading to corrosion. Driver foot contact can also bend the switch. Either problem can keep the brake lights from activating when the pedal is pressed.
Before the brake lights fail, the driver can see the ABS lamp or Brake Warning lamp turn on. Those lights are the warning signs Isuzu identified for this defect.
Who's affected?
Spans 3 model years of the Reach, all tied to the same brake-light switch component.
| 2014 Isuzu Reach | Switch |
|---|---|
| 2013 Isuzu Reach | Switch |
| 2012 Isuzu Reach | Switch |
| Units affected | 3,564 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
A bent or corroded brake light switch can stop the brake lights from working, increasing crash risk. The warning sign listed for this recall is illumination of the ABS lamp or Brake Warning lamp. Drive cautiously and schedule the recall repair when parts are available. Repair will be free at any franchised Isuzu dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Isuzu Reach is included in this recall.
- Wait for Isuzu's repair notice before scheduling the final dealer repair.
- Call Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 with questions, and reference recall number 14V735 when you call.
- Ask a franchised Isuzu dealer about the brake-light-switch protector, waterproof cover, and extension harness that keeps the switch from bending or corroding.
- Confirm the brake lights work before driving, and leave extra following distance until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Parts are not available for the final repair yet, so the dealer repair cannot be scheduled as complete remedy work. Isuzu sent an interim owner notice on December 17, 2014. Once remedy parts are available, an Isuzu technician will apply a protector and a waterproof cover with an extension harness so the brake light switch cannot be bent or corroded. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| November 18, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 27, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V735?
Recall 14V735 covers 3,564 2012-2014 Isuzu Reach chassis with a brake light switch that can bend during braking and corrode. If the switch stops working, the brake lights stop activating, increasing crash risk. Isuzu dealers will add a protector, waterproof cover, and extension harness for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Isuzu Reach is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Reach is included in recall 14V735. If it is, call a franchised Isuzu dealer and reference recall 14V735. Isuzu's filing lists the remedy as under development, so ask the dealer what interim guidance applies before you schedule service.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Isuzu says dealers will install the protector, waterproof cover, and extension harness free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Isuzu dealer once the repair is available.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the brake lights stop activating when you brake. If the brake light switch bends or corrodes and becomes inoperative, drivers behind you lose a key warning that your Reach is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
When were owners notified about recall 14V735?
Isuzu sent an interim owner notification on December 17, 2014. The recall filing said owners would receive a second notice when remedy parts became available, and listed Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 for questions about the campaign.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V735000 |
|---|---|
| Isuzu customer service | 1-866-441-9638 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V735 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V735000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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