Isuzu Trooper Recall R/2004/195: Heater Terminal May Burn Out, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 30 Jun 2005
- Launched
- 14,697
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2004/195
- DVSA reference
Isuzu recalled Trooper vehicles. If the ceramic heater is used on full for an extended period of time the heater terminal may burn out. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the likely to affected vehicles and fit new terminals. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
If the ceramic heater is used on full for an extended period of time the heater terminal may burn out. Although there have been no fires to date there is a very slight possibility that combustion could occur.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HEATER TERMINAL MAY BURN OUT Defect: If the ceramic heater is used on full for an extended period of time the heater terminal may burn out. Although there have been no fires to date there is a very slight possibility that combustion could occur. Remedy: Recall the likely to affected vehicles and fit new terminals.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: heater terminal may burn out.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the likely to affected vehicles and fit new terminals.
Are You Affected?
Trooper may be included. Isuzu estimates 14,697 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Isuzu, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Isuzu.
- Book with any franchised Isuzu dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2004/195. See how to get a Isuzu recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| TrooperEngine speed may increase unintentionally | Low | R/2011/154 | |
| TrooperDilution of engine oil leading to engine damage | Urgent | R/2005/179 |
This is one of 10 Isuzu recalls in DVSA’s data. The one launched after it was R/2005/179 on 3 Mar 2006, for dilution of engine oil leading to engine damage. You can also see every Isuzu recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/195, launched 30 June 2005. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.