1996 Isuzu Hombre problems
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Common 1996 Isuzu Hombre problems
The 1996 Isuzu Hombre is a compact pickup truck that was produced by Isuzu in collaboration with General Motors. While it is generally considered a reliable vehicle, there are some common problems that owners have reported.
One of the most common issues with the 1996 Isuzu Hombre is related to the engine's cold starting. Some owners have reported that the vehicle can be difficult to start when the engine is cold, and that it may take several attempts to get the engine to fire. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including faulty spark plugs, ignition coils, or crankshaft sensors. In some cases, replacing these components can help to resolve the issue.
Another common problem with the 1996 Isuzu Hombre is related to the transmission. Some owners have reported that the transmission can shift roughly or slip between gears, especially when the vehicle is under heavy load. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including low transmission fluid levels or worn out transmission components. In some cases, a transmission flush or replacement may be necessary to resolve the issue.
The 1996 Isuzu Hombre is also known to have issues with the brakes. Some owners have reported that the brake pedal can feel spongy or soft, which can make it difficult to stop the vehicle. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including air in the brake lines or worn out brake pads. In some cases, bleeding the brake lines or replacing the brake pads can help to resolve the issue.
The 1996 Isuzu Hombre is also known to have issues with the electrical system. Some owners have reported that the vehicle can experience intermittent electrical issues, such as flickering dashboard lights or malfunctioning power windows. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including faulty wiring or blown fuses. In some cases, replacing the affected components can help to resolve the issue.
Finally, the 1996 Isuzu Hombre is known to have issues with the body and chassis. Some owners have reported that the vehicle can experience rust issues, especially in areas where the vehicle is exposed to road salt or other corrosive substances. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor paint quality or inadequate rust protection. In some cases, rust repair or replacement of affected components may be necessary to resolve the issue.
In summary, the 1996 Isuzu Hombre is generally considered a reliable vehicle, but there are some common problems that owners have reported. These include issues with the engine's cold starting, the transmission, the brakes, the electrical system, and the body and chassis. While some of these issues can be resolved with simple maintenance or component replacement, others may require more extensive repairs or replacement of affected components.
Where was the Isuzu Hombre made?
The Hombre is built at a Shreveport, La., plant where its corporate cousins are built. GM owns an equity interest in the Japanese company, and the two share other vehicles and components.
Why did Isuzu stop making cars?
In 2009, Isuzu abandoned the United States consumer market due to lack of sales. Isuzu as a corporation has always been primarily a manufacturer of small to medium compact automobiles and commercial trucks of sizes medium duty and larger, but markets around the world show different needs.
Why is Isuzu famous?
ISUZU Motors Limited is a Japanese automobile maker known for creating diesel engines and commercial vehicles. They're known for producing various high-performance commercial vehicles, such as trucks, buses and SUVs, which are known for their durability and reliability.
Is Isuzu better than Toyota?
The dmax has a bigger engine though Toyota Hilux has more torque. Interestingly ,both vehicles have great towing capacities which are braked. The Isuzu dmax has better fuel economy compared to the Hilux ,the dmax also has a better service interval than the Hilux.So both vehicles will serve any purpose required of them.
1996 Isuzu Hombre car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Isuzu Hombre problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Visibility problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Isuzu Hombre vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Isuzu Hombre
The NHTSA has received 37 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Isuzu Hombre. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Isuzu Hombre vehicles.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-28
- VIN: 1GGCS1445T8
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: REPLACEMENT OF MUFFLER AND HEADER PIPE, THAT CAME LOOSE CAUSING A RATTLE AND EXHAUST LEAK IN CAB,SERVICE CENTER SAID HE REPLACES 4 OR 5 A WEEK ON 1996 CHEVROLET S-10'S AND ISUZU SMALL TRUCKS. THIS REPLACEMENT COST ME $400.00. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-01
- VIN: 1GGCS1447T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: RECALL NOTICE REGARDING WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. *MR THE CONSUMER REQUESTED REIMBURSEMENT. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS REPLACED. *SC
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-30
- VIN: 1GGCS1448T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: BOTH SIDE REARVIEW EXTERIOR MIRRORS BROKE ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK BOTH MIRRORS FELL OFF. *TS *NLM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT WINDSHIELD WIPERS QUIT WORKING ,NO WARNING. DEALER STATES THAT MODULAR NEEDS REPLACING. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GGCS1447T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPER WORK INTERMITTENTLY DURING USAGE. *AK THERE WAS A 20 PERCENT FAILURE RATE. THE PROBLEM WOULD WORSEN WHEN WET. *SCC *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-09
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GGCS1447T8
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE FIRE 1996 ISUZU HOMBRE PICK UP TRUCK. ARRIVED HOME AND TRUCK ENGINE WAS SMOKING. THOUGHT LOSS OF RADIATOR, BUT ENGINE AREA WAS ON FIRE. *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORKED SPORADICALLY. *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ON THE TRUCK WOULD PERFORM ERRATIC OR QUIT WORKING WHILE IN USE WITH NO WARNING. THE OWNER REPLACED THE MOTOR WITH ANOTHER ONE THAT EVENTUALLY REPEATED THE ERRATICAL OPERATION. THE OWNER IS CONCERNED AND FEEL THAT THE MANUFACTURE SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *MR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-28
- VIN: 1GGCF1449T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY. CURRENTLY, NOT AT ALL. DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-01
- VIN: 1GGCF1449T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: 98 V 15 000/WINDSHIELD WIPERS: FUEL FUMES ARE GETTING INTO VEHICLE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-01
- VIN: 1GGCS1440T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: FIRST TIME I BROUGHT THIS IN THEY SAID IF IT HAPPENES AGAIN BRING IT BACK WHEN THEY FIXED IT I HAD TO PAY FOR THE PART AND LABOR THEY SAID THERE WAS NO RECALL ON MY MODEL OF VEHICLE. BUT THEY SAID ON OTHER MODELS THERE WAS A RECALL. IT HAD COST ME APPROXIMATELY 200 DOLLARS TO HAVE THIS FIXED, AND NOW I SEE THERE WAS A RECALL. I NEVER EVEN GOT A LETTER FROM THE MANUFACTURER ON THIS PROBLEM. WHY? WHY DID I HAVE TO PAY TO FIX IT, IF THERE WAS A RECALL. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-02
- VIN: 1GGCS1440T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: NEED THIS REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT ACCIDENT. NEED AUTO FOR WORK. NO SAFETY DEFECT STATED. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-10
- VIN: 1GGCS144XT8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS THAT ENDED THE MONTH BEFORE MY TRUCK WAS BUILT. I COULD NOT GET THE MANUFACTURER TO TAKE CARE OF THE PROBLEM SO I HAD IT REPAIRED MYSELF. THE ELECTRICAL SHOP I WENT TO SHOWED ME THE BROKEN SOLDER POINTS ON THE PLUG CONNECTOR. AFTER THOSE WHERE RESOLDERED HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS. COST TO ME $75.00 I HAVE MEET SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE SAME WIPER MOTORS ON SEVERAL DIFFERENT STYLES OF CHEVEROLET AND ISUZU TRUCKS THAT HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. BUT IT LOOKS LIKE CHEVROLET TAKES CARE OF THEIR CUSTOMERS. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-14
- VIN: 1GGCS1443T8
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: DON'T THINK SUCH AN EXPENSIVE PART SHOULD FAIL THAT SOON.(3 YEARS OLD). NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-18
- VIN: 1GGCS144XT8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WE WERE INFORMED THAT THIS WAS A RECALL-BUT DEALERSHIP SAID NO! NOSAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-09-05
- VIN: 1GGCS1443T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS START AND STOP WHEN EVER THEY WANT.THEY DO NOT WORK AT ALL NOW, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT RAINS!!! I HAVE HAD THIS SAME PROBLEM ON THE LAST 3 CHEVY PRODUCTS THAT I HAVE OWNED.OUR LOCAL DEALER SAID HE HAS REPLACED OVER 200 UNITS IN THE LAST YEAR,AND PARTS FOR THIS WIPER UNIT ARE NOT AVALIBLE AT ANY AUTO PARTS STORE.VIRTUALLY EVER PERSON I HAVE SPOKEN WITH WHO OWNS A CHEVY HAS THE SAME PROBLEM.THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL ITEM,BUT INSTEAD THE DEALERS ARE MAKING MILLIONS OF DOLLARS OFF THIS PROBLEM.
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-25
- VIN: TK1GGCS1445
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ABOUT ANY MPH VEHICLE WILL STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND AT THE SAME TIME, POWER STEERING WILL BE LOST. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GGCS1445T8
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING, LOCAL DEALER UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM. NLM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-10
- VIN: 1GGCS144XT8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS HAVE FAILED SEVERAL TIMES DUE TO WIRING PROBLEM AND NEARLY CASING AN ACCIDENT THE FIRST TIME WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIWAY AT 55 MPH DURING HEAVY RAIN. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BOTH TOLD ME IT IS MY PROBLEM OR PAY TO HAVE IT FIXED. MY TRUCK WAS MANUFATURED IN JUNE OF 1996 AND FALLS OUT OF THE RECALL DATES (MAY 1996) FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: GGCS1444T87
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKES MAKE A GRINDING NOISE WHEN APPLIED AND MALFUNCTION, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SKID/SLIDE. THERE HAVE BEEN MANY OCCURRENCES, ONE CAUSING VEHICLE TO REAREND ANOTHER VEHICLE. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY . CONSUMER TRIED TO CALL MANUFACTURER 3 TIMES, NO REPLY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GGCS1448T8
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SEATS
- Summary: RE: LOW HEAD RESTS.. THE SEAT WAS NOT DESIGNED FOR ANYONE WITH ANY HEIGHT. I AM 6'3". MY HEAD MISSES HEAD REST ENTIRELY. I DON'T THINK YOU HAVE TO BE AS TALL AS ME FOR THIS TO HAPPEN. IF I AM IN AN ACCIDENT, MY HEAD WILL HIT THE REAR-WINDOW. THIS WILL OCCUR WHETHER I AM HIT FROM BEHIND... OR IF THE AIR-BAG DEPLOYS AND THROWS ME BACK INTO IT. SEAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS NECK AND HEAD INJURY. VERY SCARY.******** RE: BRAKES... JUST REPORTING WHAT MY MECHANIC FOUND AT 21,000 MILES. THE FRONT RIGHT BRAKE WAS FOUND TO BE 100% WORN. IT WAS FIXED UNDER WARRANTY.
VISIBILITY,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-02-15
- VIN: 1GGCS1440T8
- Components: VISIBILITY,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: RECALL 98V150002. WIINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY. A/C BLOWS OUT WARM AIR. DEALER NOT AWARE OF PROBLEMS. NO REPAIRWORK DONE. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-14
- VIN: 1GGCS1445T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS QUIT WORKING IN THE MIDDLE OF OPERATION. AFTER A FEW MINUTES, WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY COME BACK ON. SOMETIMES DRIVER WILL PLAY WITH THE WIPERS TO GET THEM TO WORK AGAIN. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CORRECTED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE. TRUCK NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 98V150002,WINDSHIELD WIPER WIRING DUE TO VIN. *AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-30
- VIN: 1GGCS1445T8
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THE CONSUMER STATE'S WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH CABLE BROKE, CAUSING THE SPARE TIRE TO FALL OFF. *AK
1996 Isuzu Hombre recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1996 Isuzu Hombre.
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
- Components: VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS WITH CERTAIN MODEL-ENGINE COMBINATIONS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DUE TO CRACKED SOLDER JOINTS ON THE CONTROLLER CIRCUIT BOARD. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY OR NOT AT ALL.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR DURING BAD WEATHER, DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, 2 AND 4-WHEEL DRIVE. SOLDER JOINTS NEAR THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN CRACK CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER.
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: THE TOP COAT PAINT SEVERELY PEELS DUE TO OVERBAKING OF THE POWDER PRIMER PRIOR TO THE TOP COAT APPLICATION. SINCE THE WINDSHIELD PRIMER AND ADHESIVE ADHERE TO THE TOP COAT PAINT ONTHE WINDSHIELD OPENING FLANGE, THE WINDSHIELD DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING."
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT STAY IN PLACE AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS NO. 212.
- Remedy: ALL VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPURCHASED. THIS CAMPAIGN IS 100%.
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: A BRAZILIAN DOMESTIC HEADLAMP WAS INADVERTENTLY INSTALLED ON THESE VEHICLES INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED U.S. DOMESTIC ASSEMBLY. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: REDUCED LIGHTING FROM THESE HEAD LAMPS CAN CAUSE A VISIBILITY PROBLEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLIES FOR PRESENCE OF THE AIMING PADS. IF THE HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLY DOES NOTE HAVE THESE AIMING PADS, IT WILL BE REPLACED WITH THE CORRECT HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLY.
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Carlo Monahan 2024-08-05
I love it! It's fun, fast, and reliable.
Americo Nicolas 2024-07-05
I purchased this little truck in Dec '98. It was an 'orphan' that had been sitting on the lot for 2 years, lost and alone. It only had 18 miles on the odometer, so it was practically brand new! I absolutely loved it. It came with a full warranty and had everything I needed. This great little truck worked hard and always came back for more. Although it could have used a bit more juice under the hood, what it had worked like a champ. It was comfortable, inexpensive, and reliable, making it a great truck all around. I only wish I hadn't totalled it last month!!