1997 Isuzu NPR
Only 4 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1997
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 4 total reports mention: tires.
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While the consumer was driving, both right rear tires blew out causing the driver to lose control and crash into the wall resulting in fire, there were two injuries. (Ohio traffic crash report)
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-14
Service brakes
2 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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City of tempe Arizona is forcing vehicle owners to reduce the overall length of their vehicle (21 feet) to park at their homes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-07
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing fan.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1997-06-02Service brakes, hydraulic97V087001 The front axle brake hoses were damaged during transportation of the front axle assembly with the brake hoses attached.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front axle brake hoses (Right and left) and any hose showing damage will be replaced.
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Isuzu NPR — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 97V087001 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1997 Isuzu NPR 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 1997 Isuzu NPR?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Isuzu NPR have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.