Safety Recall NHTSA · 83V044000 Reported April 29, 1983

Steering:column:tilt

Isuzu Motors Limited · Steering · 4,938 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
83V044000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
4,938
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 29, 1983

Defect Summary

The tilt steering wheel lock mechanism that holds the steering wheel in place may break. Failure of the locking mechanism would allow the steering wheel to tilt, unrestrained. The wheel may travel to the high or low position.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace the steering tilt locking pin with a new pin at no charge.

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 83V044000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 83V044000

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

What is recall 83V044000?

NHTSA recall 83V044000 was issued by Isuzu Motors Limited on April 29, 1983. It addresses: Steering:column:tilt. The recall affects approximately 4,938 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Isuzu Motors Limited dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83V044000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.