1994 Isuzu Pickup Truck
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1994
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
4 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
While traveling on the highway the head gasket is leaking oil into the antifreeze. Please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-28
Seat belts
3 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and retractor.
Show complaint excerpts
The seat belt did not hold the driver tight enough in an accident at 35MPH.please describe. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-05
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 10 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and fuel pump.
Visibility
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1996-01-10SQOpen Brush/grille guard campaign
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1996-11-25Seat belts96V170002 The latch plate used in the seat belt buckle was not manufactured according to design dimensions. If the seat belt tongue is inserted slowly at an angle into the buckle, there is a possibility of…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the buckle and, if necessary, replace the buckle assembly with a new buckle.
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2002-04-11Recall queryClosed 2002-12-17 Seat belt latch failures
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2002-12-16Seat belts02V281000 On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the latch plate used in the seat belt buckle was not manufactured according to design dimensions. If the seat belt tongue is inserted slowly at…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the buckle and, if necessary, replace the buckle assembly with a new buckle. Owner notification is expected to begin during mid-December 2002. Owners who take their vehicles…
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2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…
Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Buy-smart checklist
1994 Isuzu Pickup Truck — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96V170002 · Seat belts
- Recall 02V281000 · Seat belts
- Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 1994 Isuzu Pickup Truck 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 1994 Isuzu Pickup Truck?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 Isuzu Pickup Truck have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.