AI Damage2018 Isuzu FTR: common problems
The maker issued 19 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 19
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION WITH REGARDS TO THE ISUZU COMMERCIAL VEHICLE (CV) SERVICE POLICIES AND…
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION WITH REGARDS TO THE ISUZU COMMERCIAL VEHICLE (CV) SERVICE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL (SPPM). THE ISUZU CV SPPM (SECTIONS 2.15 AND 2.16) PROVIDES DETAILED PROCEDURES RELATED TO…
- This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the "Exchange Program")
The Exchange Program must be used when any Alpine radio or other component covered by this bulletin is repaired under warranty and may also be used for radio and component repairs not covered under warranty. Contact…
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc
is distributing this procedure for adding keyless entry transmitters as a quick reference to help dealers better service customer. Also included is the clearing procedure for customers who have had transmitters lost or…
- We have received reports of the front turn signal lenses cracking on Isuzu vehicles
These lenses are cracking from the effects of being washed with alkaline detergents. Alkaline detergents are typically used in industrial settings and are reactive with the paint, metals, and other materials used to…
- Isuzu Motors Limited has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in 2018,…
Isuzu Motors Limited has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 model year F-Series vehicles. The jam nut for the steering stopper bolt on the left side may…
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc
(ICTA) is providing the following procedural recommendations to improve dealer efficiency when submitting Parts Warranty claims. We strongly recommend dealers follow these procedures in order to avoid delays in Parts…
- The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic…
The Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) Service Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides diagnostic support to Isuzu dealer technicians repairing Isuzu vehicles in and out of vehicle warranty. A TAC case number…
- The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various…
The following is a list of the Isuzu-recommended Threebond product part numbers identified in the various Isuzu Workshop Manuals and bulletins. If a Threebond product is unavailable, we recommend that you utilize the…
- Isuzu is providing this bulletin to outline Isuzu's policy and procedures for Isuzu vehicles with Tire…
Isuzu is providing this bulletin to outline Isuzu's policy and procedures for Isuzu vehicles with Tire Warranty Coverage. Tire Warranty, Policy, Procedure, and Claim Submission are the categories in this bulletin.
- Some customers may complain about wind noise and/or water intrusion into the cab from the driver and/or…
Some customers may complain about wind noise and/or water intrusion into the cab from the driver and/or passenger doors of the affected N-Series and FTR trucks. To correct this condition Isuzu Commercial Truck of…
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc
is proud to introduce the redesigned Isuzu Vehicle Health Report (VHR) program. Beginning October 2021, Isuzu dealers are able to access, through www.isuzutruckservice.com, all of the Isuzu Vehicle Health Report Data…
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NHTSA lists 19 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Isuzu FTR?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 19 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2018 Isuzu FTR?
NHTSA lists 19 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2018 Isuzu FTR from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2018 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.