Isuzu recalls D-Max pickup trucks over faulty suspension setup

The Australian automobile industry is going through a phase where automakers are issuing recalls over some problem or the other. After Mitsubishi and Skoda, Isuzu has recalled D-Max pickup trucks over a faulty suspension setup.

The models of the Isuzu D-Max that have been reported with the issue are from 2018 and 2019 model years that were produced between 7th January 2018 and 28th February 2020. The issue has been reported with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).

To elaborate on the issue, the rear leaf spring in the suspension may be fractured with an insufficient diameter in the front eye. If you are wondering what a front eye is, you ought to know how important it is. It is one of the most important components while fixing the suspension setup with the chassis.

If the discussed issue shows up, there could be unavoidable accidents. The driver might lose control, causing injury to the self, the occupants and also the outside pedestrians. Though the automaker is contacting the owners itself, if you have purchased your D-Max in this period, you can call any dealer nearest to you and arrange for an inspection and replacement (if required). The faults may even include the hand brake cable setup.

The Isuzu D-Max is powered by a 3.0-litre, turbocharged diesel engine that is capable of churning out 176 PS of power and 430 Nm of torque. The produced power is sent down to the wheels via either a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox.

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