Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V720000 Reported November 20, 2020

Positive battery cable to starter too long

Isuzu Motors Limited · Electrical System · 46 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V720000
Manufacturer Campaign
V2005
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
46
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 20, 2020
Completion Rate
93.48

Defect Summary

Isuzu technical center of america, inc. (isuzu) is recalling certain 2020 isuzu npr-hd gas (crew cab) and 2020 chevrolet 4500 (crew cab) trucks equipped with 6.6l gasoline engines. the positive cable connecting the battery to the starter may be too long and may have been routed too close to the right-side exhaust pipe.

Safety Consequence

Over time, heat from the exhaust pipe may cause the conduit and insulation to deteriorate, exposing the wires, possibly causing a short circuit which could result in a no-start condition or a fire.

Corrective Action

Isuzu and chevrolet will notify their respective vehicle owners and dealers of this recall, and specifically of the need to adjust the positive cable in subject vehicles, and owners will be informed that the recall repairs will be done free of charge. the recall began december 11, 2020. for additional information, isuzu owners may contact isuzu customer relations at 1-866-441-9638 and chevrolet owners may contact the gm medium duty truck assistance line at 1-800-862-4389. isuzu's number for this recall is v2005.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Isuzu Motors Limited dealer and reference recall ID 20V720000 or campaign V2005.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V720000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V720000?

NHTSA recall 20V720000 was issued by Isuzu Motors Limited on November 20, 2020. It addresses: Positive battery cable to starter too long. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Isuzu Motors Limited dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V720000 or the manufacturer campaign number V2005. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.