Isuzu D-Max Recall R/2017/194: Camshaft Gear Teeth May Break, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 10 Jul 2017
- Launched
- 1,102
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2017/194
- DVSA reference
Isuzu recalled D-Max vehicles. Poor heat treatment to the camshaft gears may cause the teeth to break off and fall into the timing gear causing the engine to stop suddenly. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the 1102 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the camshaft and timing gear. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Poor heat treatment to the camshaft gears may cause the teeth to break off and fall into the timing gear causing the engine to stop suddenly. This could increase the risk of collision.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: CAMSHAFT GEAR TEETH MAY BREAK Defect: Poor heat treatment to the camshaft gears may cause the teeth to break off and fall into the timing gear causing the engine to stop suddenly. This could increase the risk of collision. Remedy: Recall the 1102 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the camshaft and timing gear.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the teeth to break off and fall into the timing gear causing the engine to stop suddenly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the 1102 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the camshaft and timing gear.
Are You Affected?
D-Max may be included. Isuzu estimates 1,102 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/2017/194. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-MaxECM and DCU software update | Low | R/2024/290 | |
| D-MaxIt has been found that the lower second steering shaft lower bolt may not have been tightened to the correct torque | Urgent | R/2023/075 | |
| D-MaxRear leaf spring may crack at eye bush on suspension | Book soon | R/2019/080 |
This is one of 10 Isuzu recalls in DVSA’s data. The Isuzu recall launched before it was R/2017/142 on 30 May 2017, for steering rack/ steering column connector may detach. The one launched after it was R/2019/080 on 18 Mar 2019, for rear leaf spring may crack at eye bush on suspension. You can also see every Isuzu recall and all recalls launched in 2017.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/194, launched 10 July 2017. 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.