2001–2010 Chevrolet W-Series, 2001–2004 Chevrolet WT5500, 2001–2010 GMC W-Series and 3 other models Recall: Affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code…
NHTSA campaign 13V259000 · Equipment · filed Jun 19, 2013 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Isuzu N-Series; model year 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC W-Series; model year 2001-2004 Isuzu FRR and model year 2001-2004 Chevrolet and GMC WT5500 trucks. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional oil pan heater (RPO code IG3). Debris may collect at the contact point of the heater plug and the extension cord. This may cause overheating of the extension cord.
The risk
Overheating of the extension cord could melt the oil pan heater plug and/or block heater plug, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Isuzu will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trucks. The extension cord and damaged components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | W-Series | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Chevrolet | WT5500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| GMC | W-Series | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| GMC | WT5500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu | FRR | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu | N-Series | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 13V259000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.