MYRModel Year Report

2005 Isuzu Ascender

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2005 Isuzu Ascender
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:21:19.825Z

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, 2005 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
2005: 64 complaints
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YearComplaints
20020
200335
200464
200564
200632
200710
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 34%

34% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.

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DRIVING AT NIGHT ON HIGHWAY AND MY EXTERIOR LIGHTS WILL GO COMPLETELY OFF AND ONLY MY HIGH BEAMS WILL COME ON BUT THAT'S IT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210410

SMOKE IN THE CABIN, BURNING PLASTIC/ELECTRICAL SMELL, ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR FAILURE, BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR PACK INTERFACE CONNECTOR ELECTRICAL FAILURE ON 2005 ISUZU ASCENDER FIVE (5) PASSENGER VEHICLE

NHTSA ODI report, 20180203

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 22%

22% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 14 distinct reports on file.

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I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH MY GAS GAUGE FOR ABOUT 3 WEEKS...AT FIRST I WOULD FILL UP THE TANK OR AT LEAST THINK IT WAS FULL AS THE GAUGE WOULD MOVE ALL THE WAY OVER TO FULL THEN AFTER I WOULD STOP PUMPING AND TURN ON THE CAR THE GAUGE WOULD GO...

NHTSA ODI report, 20120405

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 8%

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

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I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH MY GAS GAUGE FOR ABOUT 3 WEEKS...AT FIRST I WOULD FILL UP THE TANK OR AT LEAST THINK IT WAS FULL AS THE GAUGE WOULD MOVE ALL THE WAY OVER TO FULL THEN AFTER I WOULD STOP PUMPING AND TURN ON THE CAR THE GAUGE WOULD GO...

NHTSA ODI report, 20120405

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050310 — visibility

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

Campaign 05V035000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Isuzu Ascender — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V035000 (visibility) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Isuzu Ascender?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 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.