Isuzu Ascender problems
The Isuzu Ascender is a mid-size SUV built by General Motors for Isuzu. The 7-passenger Ascender was introduced for the 2003 model year as a replacement for the Isuzu Trooper. The 5-passenger Ascender was introduced for the 2004 model year as a replacement for the Isuzu Rodeo and the Isuzu Axiom.
Overview
The Ascender is the only one of GM's GMT360-based mid-size SUVs that was not GM-branded. The Ascender LWB was dropped after the 2006 model year. Reviews warned of a thin dealer network for warranty repairs, and the Kelley Blue Book projected a relatively low resale value similar to the TrailBlazer. However, Isuzu offered a seven-year/75,000-mile powertrain warranty as well as substantial factory incentives.
The Ascender ended production on June 6, 2008, as part of Isuzu's withdrawal from the United States market.
Engines:
- 2003–2008 4200 4
- 2003–2004 5300 5
- 2005–2007 5300 5
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Isuzu Ascender model years
Common Isuzu Ascender problems
The Isuzu Ascender, produced between 2003 and 2008, is known for several common problems that have been reported by owners. These issues span across various components of the vehicle, including the engine, fuel system, air conditioning, and electrical system.
- Fuel System Problems: The Isuzu Ascender has been reported to have problems with the fuel system, particularly the fuel tank. The 2004 model year has two complaints of a cracked fuel tank, with an average repair cost of $1,000 at 109,000 miles. This issue seems to be common across several GMC cars that share the same platform as the Ascender.
- Air Conditioning Problems: Some drivers have reported issues with the air conditioning system in the Isuzu Ascender. The A/C system has been known to operate in extremes, either blowing incredibly cold or not cold at all, or not blowing at all. These issues are often attributed to problems with the blower or blower resistor, which can be repaired affordably.
- Electrical System Problems: The Isuzu Ascender has also had reported issues with the electrical system, including problems with the alternator, starter, or battery, as well as ignition system repairs and fuel system issues. These problems can lead to the vehicle not starting, which can be a significant inconvenience for drivers.
In summary, the Isuzu Ascender has several common problems that have been reported by owners. These issues include engine problems, fuel system problems, air conditioning problems, and electrical system problems. While some of these issues can be repaired affordably, others can be more costly and require extensive repairs or replacement of parts. It is important for Isuzu Ascender owners to be aware of these common problems and to maintain their vehicles regularly to minimize the risk of these issues arising.
Is the Isuzu Ascender a good car?
Automobile Magazine
"The Isuzu Ascender 5-Passenger SUV is among the best of the mid-size sport-utilities. Its standard inline six-cylinder engine is smooth and powerful. It rides and handles well.
What was the last year of the Isuzu Ascender?
2008
The Ascender ended production on June 6, 2008, as part of Isuzu's withdrawal from the United States market. Engines: 2003–2008 4200 4.2 L (256 in³) LL8 I6.
How many miles will a Isuzu last?
The rating means that 90% of Isuzu 4HK1-TC engines are expected to last 375,000 miles before they require a major repair or rebuild.
Are Isuzu engines reliable?
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Percentage distribution of complaints by Isuzu Ascender years
We have researched Isuzu problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Isuzu Ascender cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Isuzu Ascender model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Isuzu Ascender model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Isuzu Ascender years
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Isuzu Ascender car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Isuzu Ascender , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel system problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Gasoline problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Isuzu Ascender vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Ascender model years
A total of 2 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Ascender model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Ascender model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 99 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Isuzu Ascender . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Isuzu Ascender vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2018-01-06
- VIN: 4NUDT13S342
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE GAUGE CLUSTER IS MALFUNCTIONING
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-04
- Date Complaint: 2017-05-05
- VIN: 4NUDS13S642
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE LOW BEAMS ON MY HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. MY DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS ALSO WILL TURN OFF WITHOUT WARNING AND TURN BACK ON BUT THIS IS NOT AS MUCH OF A SAFETY ISSUE AS WHEN IT HAPPENS DURING NIGHTTIME DRIVING. SOMETIMES MY HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT WORK FROM THE MOMENT I START MY CAR BUT MOST OF THE TIME THEY SHUT OFF DURING DRIVING. I CAN SWITCH THE HEADLIGHTS TO HIGH BEAMS AND THEY TYPICALLY WORK FINE. ONLY ONCE HAVE I HAD BOTH HIGH AND LOW BEAMS OUT AT THE SAME TIME. WHEN THAT HAPPENED I PARKED MY CAR AND LET IT SIT. WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER ABOUT 30 MIN TO AN HOUR BOTH HIGH AND LOW BEAMS WERE WORKING AGAIN. MY HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT WHILE I'M DRIVING IN THE CITY, IN THE COUNTRYSIDE, ON THE HIGHWAY OR ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS, AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE OR EVEN WHEN I FIRST START MY VEHICLE AFTER IT HAD BEEN SITTING FOR SEVERAL HOURS. THE REASON FOR MY HEADLIGHTS SPONTANEOUSLY GOING OUT IS UNKNOWN. THE PART THAT CAUSING THE PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. IT DOES, HOWEVER, SEEM TO BE VERY SIMILAR TO ISSUES THAT HAS CAUSED GM TO DO A RECALL ON OTHER GM VEHICLES WHICH INCLUDES 2006-2009 (?) ISUZU ASCENDERS BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE MY 2004 ISUZU ASCENDER. THE FIRST TIME THAT I EXPERIENCED THIS WAS BACK IN JANUARY 2017. THE LAST TIME THAT I EXPERIENCED THIS WAS LAST NIGHT, MAY 4, 2017.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-03
- Date Complaint: 2016-12-16
- VIN: 4NUES16S946
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU ASCENDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BANK ONE SENSOR WAS RUNNING RICH AND THE BANK TWO SENSOR WAS RUNNING LEAN. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-04
- Date Complaint: 2016-07-07
- VIN: 4NUDS13SX42
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED ON FAULTY GAS TANK. HAD CAR INSPECTED BY ISUZU FACILITY 2/4/16 AND NEW PART(S) ORDERED. CANNOT GET ANY INFORMATION AS TO WHEN PART WILL BE IN AND MY CAR REPAIRED. IN THE MEANTIME, DRIVING WITH FAULTY, GAS-LEAKING, PROBABLY DANGEROUS CAR. GM APPARENTLY NOT COMMUNICATING WITH ISUZU AND PARTS NOT GETTING PRODUCED.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-29
- Date Complaint: 2016-04-29
- VIN: 4NUES16SX46
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING MY CARS BRAKELIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE FASTER AND FASTER. PULLLED OVER AS SOON AS I COULD AND STOPPED THE CAR AND TURNED THE ENGINE OFF. THE CHECK GAUGES WARNING LIGHT COMES ON EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS SITTING IDLE OR WHEN I PULL UP AND STOP AT A RED LIGHT IT COMES ON.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-31
- Date Complaint: 2016-02-16
- VIN: 4NUDS13S842
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL TANK HAS LEAKING SEALS, WHICH IS CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK AND THE SMELL OF FUEL INTO CABIN AREA OF VEHICLE AND VEHICLE REJECTED DURING STATE INSPECTION. PART NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL AFTER MAY.TOOK IT TO REPAIR FACILITY, WAS TOLD IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE THEN WAS TOLD TO COME PICK UP THE VEHICLE. ISUZU UNWILLING TO OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-08
- Date Complaint: 2016-02-05
- VIN: 4NUDS13S642
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU ASCENDER. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS AND THE IGNITION KEY FAILED TO REMOVE FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-30
- Date Complaint: 2015-12-31
- VIN: 4NUET16P046
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: HAD AUTO TOWED TO MIDAS AFTER INABILITY TO START, ATTEMPTED JUMP START, UNSUCCESSFUL. BATTERY REPLACED ON 12/28/15. DROVE AUTO NEXT SEVERAL DAYS AND ON 12/30/15 DROVE TO PICK UP MY HUSBAND, SHUT OFF CAR IN PARK. UNABLE TO START VEHICLE AGAIN, KEYS COULD NOT BE REMOVED. KEYS WERE IN LOCK POSITION IN BATTERY MODE, ABLE TO TURN TO ENGINE ON BUT NOT TURNOVER. BATTERY RUNNING ALL LIGHTS. HAD AUTO TOWED AGAIN TO MIDAS BUT UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE. SPOKE WITH AUTO SHOP AND GIVEN THIS INFO TO CHECK RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE. VIN [XXX]. 2004 ISUZU ASCENDER. WILL REQUIRE ANOTHER TOW TO DIFFERENT FACILITY FOR DIAGNOSTICS PLUS MORE FEES FOR REPAIRS,TOWING. AUTO WAS IN PARK ON SIDE STREET 4PM 12/30/15 AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE ALL DAY. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-15
- Date Complaint: 2015-12-27
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: CAR PAID IS PILLING OFF WE PAINT THIS CAR 3 TIMES AND A THOSES THE SAMETHING ALL CLEAR PAINT WHIT IN 3-5 MONTH START TO COME OFF CAN ANY BODY TELL ME IS GM HAD A RECAL FOR THIS
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-15
- Date Complaint: 2015-12-21
- VIN: 4NUDT13S942
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
- Summary: CLUSTER PANEL DOES NOT WORK. THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS HAVE STOPPED WORKING REGULARLY WHETHER STATIONARY OR DRIVING.. THEY WORK INTERMITTENTLY CAUSING THE USE OF HIGH BEAMS. IT HAS BECOME A NIGHT TIME DRIVING SAFETY ISSUE. CAR WILL TURN OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING CAUSING MY DAUGHTER TO HAVE TO PULL OVER FOR SAFETY.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2015-11-06
- VIN: 4NUES16S746
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS WORK VERY ERRATICALLY BOTH WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED OR IN MOTION. LOW-BEAM LIGHTS WILL GO OFF ON A MOMENT'S NOTICE AND ONLY HIGH-BEAM LIGHTS WILL WORK. MORE RECENTLY, EVEN THE HIGH-BEAN LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ACTING UP AND TURNING OFF. HEADLIGHTS SOCKETS WERE REPLACED AT SOME POINT BUT PROBLEM PERSISTS. THIS CONDITION IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS, ESPECIALLY WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND ALL THE HEADLIGHTS GO OUT.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-08
- Date Complaint: 2015-10-08
- VIN: 4NUES16S847
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY TRANSMISSION HAS HAD TO BE FIX 3 TIMES 2 OF THOSE TIME ME AND MY 5 CHILDREN WHERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND MY CAR STOPPED PICKING UP SPEED AND WE HAD TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE RODE. MY BACK VENTS FOR MY A/C DO NOT WORK, THE BACK DOOR OPENS ALL THE TIME ONE TIME IT OPENED AND ALL OUR GROCERIES FELL OUT AND WHEN I TRY TO PUMP GAS INTO MY CAR IT WOULD TAKE FOREVER THE PUMP WOULD STOP LIKE IT WAS FULL BUT NOW IT JUST SPILLS OUT AND MY CAR SMELLS LIKE GAS SO BAD ON THE INSIDE I CAN'T EVEN DRIVE IT ANYMORE. IT'S ONE THING AFTER ANOTHER AND I HAVE ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR 2 YEARS AND IT'S ONE THING AFTER ANOTHER.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-30
- Date Complaint: 2015-08-19
- VIN: 4NUET16S746
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU ASCENDER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR, THE DOOR WOULD NOT PROPERLY LATCH AND CLOSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LATCH PROPERLY INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT WOULD TAKE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO SUCCESSFULLY LATCH AND CLOSE THE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-25
- Date Complaint: 2015-05-26
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 4NUET16S156
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ISUZU ASCENDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GAUGES AND LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED SMOKE AND FLAMES COMING FROM THE CONTROL PANEL OF THE ARM REST ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V035000 (VISIBILITY) EVEN THOUGH THE WINDSHIELD OF THE VEHICLE HAD SHIFTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
Isuzu Ascender 2004
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-01
- Date Complaint: 2015-03-02
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE BOTH LOWBEAM HEADLIGHTS JUST WENT OUT. SHE WAS FORCED TO DRIVE WITH HIGHBEAMS TO GET HOME. AFTER REPLACING BOTH LIGHTS AND CHECKING ALL FUSES I AM AT A LOSS OF WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. WE CANNOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE AT NIGHT DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS. *TR
Latest 5 recalls Isuzu Ascender
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 17 recalls for different components of the Isuzu Ascender.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Isuzu Ascender 2007
- Report Received Date: 2015-08-14
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
- Consequence: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
- Model: Isuzu Ascender 2006
- Report Received Date: 2015-08-14
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
- Consequence: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
- Model: Isuzu Ascender 2006
- Report Received Date: 2014-07-02
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Consequence: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in August 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (GMC), 1-800-955-9007 (SAAB), and 1-800-255-6727 (Isuzu). GM's number for this recall is 14309. NOTE: This recall provides a new remedy for all vehicles covered by recall 13V-248. Vehicles whose modules were modified but not replaced as part of the previous recall remedy must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign.
- Model: Isuzu Ascender 2007
- Report Received Date: 2014-07-02
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Consequence: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in August 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (GMC), 1-800-955-9007 (SAAB), and 1-800-255-6727 (Isuzu). GM's number for this recall is 14309. NOTE: This recall provides a new remedy for all vehicles covered by recall 13V-248. Vehicles whose modules were modified but not replaced as part of the previous recall remedy must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign.
- Model: Isuzu Ascender 2006
- Report Received Date: 2013-06-13
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Consequence: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. GM will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC owners, Isuzu and Saab will contact their respective owners. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, GMC owners at 1-866-996-9463, Isuzu owners at 1-800-255-6727, and Saab owners at 1-800-955-9007. GM's campaign number is 12180. This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-406.
Latest negative Isuzu Ascender car reviews
Latest positive Isuzu Ascender car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2007
I really like the Isuzu Ascender! It's essentially the same as the Trailblazer and Envoy, but in my opinion, the Ascender has a much better design and comes with a more affordable price and better warranty.
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Vehicle year: 2005
In the first 30 days, I drove over 4000 miles in rain, ice, sleet, and snow. I was pleasantly surprised by how well the vehicle performed. I had total control and great traction. The only issue I encountered was the windshield washer fluid freezing up with the factory fluid at -30 degrees temperature. The engine performed great in the mountains as well as on flatlands.
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Vehicle year: 2004
I compared the Ascender to a Honda Pilot, Chevy Trailblazer, and GMC Envoy. After extensive research, I chose the Ascender based on its warranty, price, and overall value. I contacted six dealerships and had them compete against each other for my business. It was a stress-free experience as the phone rang every few hours with an Isuzu salesperson dropping the price of the vehicle. After only three days of price wars, I purchased a Limited 7 Pass for only $28,500 from Mili Gordon Dealership in Oklahoma. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me.
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Vehicle year: 2007
Good value for the money! I'm glad to hear that you haven't had any problems after two years. It sounds like you're enjoying a smooth car-like ride with plenty of power.
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Vehicle year: 2003
So far I have 600 miles on my Isuzu Ascender and I love it! The ride is very smooth, quiet, and comfortable inside.
Are you having problems with your Isuzu Ascender?
Ahmed Ledner 2024-10-25
Vehicle year: 2006
We bought our 2006 Ascender brand new and while the body is great, the engine has been a nightmare. Unfortunately, it has died completely even though we took good care of it and it has less than 115,000 miles on it. Despite this, we are grateful that it held up well when we were hit by a large work van. However, we have decided to switch to Honda or Toyota for our future purchases. Thank you for your understanding.
Caden Brekke 2024-10-04
Vehicle year: 2004
Drives well and is lots of fun! However, I noticed that there seems to be an electrical issue with the lights dimming at random and the check engine light coming on periodically, even after replacing the battery. I hope this won't turn into 7 trips to the dealership like the other review. Additionally, the paint on the radio controls is coming off. As a first-time Isuzu owner, I'm still on the fence about whether I'll purchase another one.
Cristobal Stokes 2024-10-04
Vehicle year: 2004
My wife and I spent weeks searching for our first SUV. We considered many options such as the Tribute, Escape, Pilot, CRV, RAV4 and more. However, the styling of the Ascender caught our eye and we decided to test drive it. We were pleasantly surprised by how roomy it was compared to other SUVs that were much more expensive. Our children loved the way it looked and drove. Although the interior is basic, it is still pretty and quiet. We were thrilled with the final price and the great warranty. We feel like we got a great deal, thanks to Isuzu (GM).
Santiago Rogahn 2024-10-01
Vehicle year: 2005
I think the SUV was a great deal overall. However, the tires on the SUV are not very good. They don't handle well on wet or snowy pavement. If they put better tires on it, the performance rating would be much higher.
Frankie Brakus 2024-09-20
Vehicle year: 2005
The vehicle has a strong engine and is great for towing trailers. However, the front passenger seat can be uncomfortable on long trips, as the low and hard armrest can cause hands to fall asleep. On the other hand, the seats in the Envoy are much more comfortable.