AI Damage2007 Isuzu I-290: common problems
Owners of the 2007 Isuzu I-290 filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine and cooling. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 11
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 45% of all complaints
- 2 Engine and cooling 36% of all complaints
- 3 Engine 27% of all complaints
- 4 Powertrain 18% of all complaints
- 5 Fuel/propulsion system 9% of all complaints
- 6 Fuel system 9% of all complaints
- 7 Steering 9% of all complaints
- 8 Structure 9% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 5 complaints (45% of all).
- Engine and cooling: 4 complaints (36% of all).
- Engine: 3 complaints (27% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (18% of all).
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 complaints (9% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2.9 L · petrol · 4 cyl
- automatic, 4-speed
- manual, 5-speed
Drive: RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 11 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and cooling | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Once started it runs like a top even restarting immediately after accidental clutch dump stall issues. Going to the grocery store in the middle of the day is not an option any more and I hesitate to take passengers or pets anywhere I go.
The first time this incident occurred I slowed down to approximately 5 miles an hour, as the vehicle in front of me was turning and my vehicle shut off. I have contacted a general motors dealership and they stated that they are aware of issues where the chevy colorado's and gmc canyon's have timing issues to the point…
Drivers side door power window and power lock switch is working intermittently and vehicle has a slow battery drain requiring a jump start if it sits for longer than one day. Even one day is questionable for starting without a jump.
The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the anti-theft system warning light illuminated. As a result, the contact was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. Thee contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer or notified the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 56,780.
Of 2010 because the reduce power light came on and was only able to drive about 15 miles/hr. While driving or idling the engine would just kill. Still under warranty with approx 68,000 miles, I took it into the dealer for repairs, all they did was change the camshaft actuator.
The contact stated that the vehicle activated in reduced power mode without warning. The vehicle independently decelerated to 30 mph and became hesitant to acceleration attempts. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer reprogrammed the ecm but to no avail.
The contact stated that the vehicle idled excessively 'rough' and at times, would stall when parked or sitting at a traffic light. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership for a diagnostic test but the dealer could not locate a problem. The failure mileage was approximately 300. The current mileage was 45,341.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,520 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 29% most complained about).
On average one model year of the I-290 has 7 complaints (2 years in the data). This year has 11, above average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Isuzu I-290?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine and cooling, engine. Total complaints: 11. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: stalls while driving (27%), won't start (18%), warning lights, check engine (18%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2007 Isuzu I-290?
NHTSA lists 0 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 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 2007 models
Read also
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 2026-11-05.