MYRModel Year Report

2004 Isuzu Ascender

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2004 Isuzu Ascender
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:21:30.472Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Isuzu Ascender Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 35 complaints 2003 2004: 64 complaints 2004 2005: 64 complaints 2005 2006: 32 complaints 2006 2007: 10 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2004: 64 complaints
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YearComplaints
20020
200335
200464
200564
200632
200710
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 36%

36% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150526

THE GAUGE CLUSTER IS MALFUNCTIONING

NHTSA ODI report, 20180106

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 13%

13% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 8 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 8%

8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050804 — exterior lighting

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER WISHING TO SIGNAL A TURN BY MOVING THE DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL LEVER, (UP OR DOWN) MAY CAUSE THE FRONT MARKER/TURN LIGHTS AND REAR TURN LIGHTS TO FL

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT FLASHER MODULES WITH A NEW FLASHER MODULE DESIGNED WITH SEALED RELAYS AND MORE DURABLE CONTACT MATERIAL INSIDE OF THE RELAYS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUS

Campaign 05V198000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20070710 — EA (closed 20080828)

FUEL PUMP MODULE LEAKS GASOLINE

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Isuzu Ascender — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V198000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Isuzu Ascender reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Isuzu Ascender?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Isuzu Ascender have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.