Isuzu I 350 Reliability by YearBest & worst years, problems & recalls — NHTSA data
Comparing used Isuzu I 350 options? We analyzed 1 model years (2006–2006) using real NHTSA complaint and recall data so you can spot stronger years, avoid riskier ones, and know what to inspect before buying.
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- Open recalls & title brands
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the Isuzu I 350 has 4 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls across model years 2006–2006. The most reported issue area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
- Make
- Isuzu
- Model
- I 350
- Model years analyzed
- 2006–2006 (1 years)
- Total NHTSA complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Fire-related complaints
- 0
- Worst model year (by complaints)
- 2006 (4 complaints)
- Top reported issue area
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Reliability signal
- Excellent
Crash test ratings
NHTSA NCAP crash test ratings
New Car Assessment ProgramNCAP crash tests measure how well a vehicle protects occupants in controlled frontal crash, side crash, and rollover scenarios. Stars are awarded per category (5 = safest). These laboratory results are independent of owner complaints and are performed by NHTSA engineers on new production vehicles.
NCAP crash test ratings for this model are not yet loaded or this vehicle was not tested in the years analyzed. NHTSA tests a subset of new vehicles each year. Check nhtsa.gov/ratings directly for the latest results.
What the complaint data suggests
ExcellentThe ISUZU I 350 has 4 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- 4 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 2 federal recall campaigns
- No crash-related complaints on record
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- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with elevated complaint rates.
Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with fewer reported issues.
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- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
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Problems by model year (best vs. worst)
Source: NHTSA public complaints database. Updated: Sep 2026
Safety recalls
NHTSA safety recalls
2 recalls foundSafety recalls are mandatory repair campaigns ordered by NHTSA when a vehicle defect poses an unreasonable risk to safety. Manufacturers are required to fix recalled vehicles free of charge. Always verify open recalls before buying a used car.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Source: NHTSA Recalls Database. Data covers model years 2006–2006. Always run a VIN-specific check below for the most up-to-date open recall status.
Common problems
What goes wrong most often
The vehicle systems owners complain about most, ranked from all 4 NHTSA complaints — these are the areas to inspect first on a used car.
Owner complaints
NHTSA complaint reports
4 totalThese are consumer-submitted safety complaints filed directly with NHTSA. Each complaint describes a real owner's experience. Complaints flagged as crash-related or fire-related are highlighted.
ABS BRAKE SYSTEM - AFTER REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS ABS SYSTEM CONSTANTLY FAILS. UNABLE TO REPAIR AFTER EXPENDITURES OF OVER $1500.00 . DEALERS AND REPAIR SERVICE HAVE NO SOLUTION TO FIX PROBLEM. *TR
2006 ISUZU I-350 TRUCK THIS IS TO FILE A COMPLAINT REGARDING OUR 2006 ISUZU I-350 TRUCK PURCHASED IN 2006 AND RELATES TO A RECALL OF THE BRAKE SWITCH (GM RECALL NO. 06030, NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NO. 06V139000). FOLLOWING ARE THE CHRONOLOGICAL FACTS REGARDING MY COMPLAINT: AUGUST 26, 2006 - PURCHASED NEW TRUCK FROM BIG RED SPORTS/IMPORTS IN NORMAN, OKLAHOMA. JANUARY 2, 2007 - REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE SWITCH TO COMPLETE RECALL. PART NUMBER 8-25796-381-0 WAS USED IN REPLACEMENT. NO CHARGE DUE TO RECALL. OCTOBER 12, 2009 - REPLACEMENT AGAIN OF BRAKE SWITCH TO REPAIR INOPERABLE CRUISE CONTROL AND NO BRAKE LIGHTS. AGAIN, PART NUMBER 8-25796-381-0 WAS USED TO REPAIR THE DEFECTIVE PART INSTALLED ON JANUARY 2, 2007. CHARGE OF $121.27 PAID SINCE 'RECALL' HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN WORKED. THE EXACT SAME PART NUMBER (8-25796-381-0) WAS USED FOR BOTH REPAIRS. THEREFORE, IT WOULD APPEAR THIS PART IS DEFECTIVE AND PERHAPS SHOULD BE RECALLED, OR THERE IS ANOTHER PROBLEM NOT YET IDENTIFIED THAT IS CAUSING THIS BRAKE SWITCH TO FAIL. THE SAFETY CONCERN I HAVE IS THAT MY SON USES THIS VEHICLE WHILE AWAY AT COLLEGE AND DROVE FOR SEVERAL WEEKS WITHOUT REALIZING HE DID NOT HAVE BRAKE LIGHTS. THIS SAFETY HAZARD COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A REAR-END COLLISION. *TR
THE ACTUAL TIRE BRAND IS KONA; I ENTERED (KELLY ).THE ACTUAL TIRE BRAND IS KONA CLT. LOOK OUT FOR THIS ENTRY. REPORT TO GEORGE. THE TIRES WERE 215 85 16 LR E; DOT'S 25 BL 1608; 25 JC 1608 AND 25 JC 2508 THE BRAND WAS KONA CLT. THERE WERE 5 BAD TIRES RETURNED. THE VEHICLE LISTED IS NOT CORRECT, AS THIS HAPPENED TO CUSTOMERS VEHICLES AND THERE WERE SEVERAL OF THEM. *TR
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TURNING AT 10MPH ANOTHER MOTORIST NOTICED THE VEHICLE TURN SIGNALS WORKED INCORRECTLY. THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL GAVE A RIGHT SIGNAL OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE AND THE RIGHT GAVE A LEFT SIGNAL OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER HAVE NOT BEEN ALERTED. THE VEHICLE IS A 2006 GMC TW3S042 FLATBED TRUCK. *AK
Showing 4 of 4 total NHTSA complaints. Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
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These pages show model-year patterns across 1 years. Enter a VIN to verify the exact vehicle's accident history, title brands, odometer records, and open recall status before purchase.
The basics
How to read this data
Complaints, recalls, investigations — here’s what each number actually tells you about a used Isuzu I 350, in plain English.
What is an NHTSA Complaint?
An NHTSA safety complaint is a report filed directly by a vehicle owner or driver describing a safety-related issue. Anyone can submit a complaint at NHTSA.gov. The number of complaints is a signal of how common a problem is — but complaints per model-year matter more than raw totals, since popular vehicles naturally receive more reports. The Isuzu I 350 has 4 complaints on record across 1 model years.
What is a Safety Recall?
A safety recall is a mandatory campaign issued by NHTSA when a vehicle component poses an unreasonable risk to safety or does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards. Unlike complaints (which are owner-reported), recalls are formally investigated and confirmed by regulators. Manufacturers must fix recalled vehicles free of charge. The Isuzu I 350 has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database.
What Are Crash Complaints?
Crash complaints are NHTSA filings where the owner indicates a crash occurred as part of the incident. 0 of the Isuzu I 350's 4 complaints involved a crash. This metric is particularly important because it indicates how often defects resulted in actual collisions — a key safety signal beyond general reliability.
How Is the Reliability Verdict Calculated?
The reliability verdict (Excellent) is generated by analyzing the vehicle's total complaints, recall history, crash complaint ratio, fire complaint ratio, and top component failures relative to class averages. This verdict gives buyers a quick interpretation before they review year-level details and VIN-level history. It should be treated as one decision input, not a substitute for a VIN-specific report.
Why Do Newer Years Have Fewer Complaints?
Newer model years appear to have fewer complaints because there has been less time for owners to file them. Complaints accumulate over years of ownership. A 2020 model year vehicle will typically show fewer complaints than a 2015 model year even if it is less reliable — simply because fewer owners have had time to report issues. Focus on complaints per year of market presence when comparing across model years.
Fleet Data vs. Individual VIN
Everything on this page reflects aggregated data across all Isuzu I 350 vehicles on the road — not any specific car. Two Isuzu I 350 vehicles of the same year can have very different histories: one may have been in three accidents and have an open recall; another may be clean. A VIN check gives you the individual car's history: accidents, title brands, odometer records, service history, and real-time recall status.
What Are NHTSA Investigations?
When NHTSA receives a pattern of related safety complaints, it opens a formal investigation. A Preliminary Evaluation (PE) is the first stage — NHTSA determines if a safety defect may exist. If evidence is strong, it escalates to an Engineering Analysis (EA), which can result in a mandatory recall. The Isuzu I 350 has 0 investigations on record (0 active). Investigations listed above may have already led to the recalls shown on this page.
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Isuzu I 350 reliability — frequently asked questions
Is the Isuzu I 350 reliable?
Excellent. The Isuzu I 350 has 4 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns across model years. A commonly reported issue area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Use year-level data as a pattern guide, then verify the exact car with a VIN check before purchase.
Which Isuzu I 350 years to avoid?
Years with the most NHTSA complaints: 2006 (4 complaints). Use these years as a shortlist for deeper inspection, and always run a VIN check on the exact vehicle before purchase.
What are the most common Isuzu I 350 problems?
Top reported issues: EXTERIOR LIGHTING (2 complaints); SERVICE BRAKES (1 complaints); HYDRAULIC (1 complaints).
Does the Isuzu I 350 have recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the Isuzu I 350. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.