Safety Recall NHTSA · 87V071000 Reported May 27, 1987

Fuel:fuel pump

Isuzu Motors Limited · Fuel System, Gasoline · 28,509 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
87V071000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
28,509
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 27, 1987

Defect Summary

Vehicle may experience perforation of the fuel pump diaphragm. excessive alcohol content in the fuel promotes degradation of the diaphragm coating resulting in radial cracking of the diaphragm.

Safety Consequence

A perforated diaphragm can allow fuel to leak from thefuel pump into the underhood area. this could ultimately result in anunderhood fire without prior warning. such a fire could spread to thepassenger compartment.

Corrective Action

A fuel ventalation hose kit will be installed to prevent fuel from escaping into the engine compartment if the fuel pump diaphragm leaks and thereby reduce the possibility of an underhood fire.

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 87V071000 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 87V071000

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

What is recall 87V071000?

NHTSA recall 87V071000 was issued by Isuzu Motors Limited on May 27, 1987. It addresses: Fuel:fuel pump. The recall affects approximately 28,509 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Isuzu Motors Limited dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87V071000 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.