MYRModel Year Report

1997 Isuzu NPR

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1997 Isuzu NPR
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:49:08.655Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Isuzu NPR Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1991: 1 complaints 1991 1993: 1 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 1 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2000 2002: 2 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 9 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 2 complaints 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 1 complaints 2013: 2 complaints 2014: 0 complaints 2014 2015: 1 complaints 2016: 1 complaints 2017: 1 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaints 2020: 1 complaints 2020
1997: 4 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19890
19900
19911
19931
19941
19951
19961
19974
19982
19991
20001
20022
20030
20040
20052
20069
20072
20082
20091
20110
20121
20132
20140
20151
20161
20171
20180
20191
20201

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.

FIRE INJURY
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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) *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020514

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, 20150107

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing fan.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19970602 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 97V087001 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Isuzu NPR — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 97V087001 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.