The Isuzu i-350 spans 2006–2006 with 2 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2006 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2006. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Isuzu i-350 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2006 to 2006 across multiple generations.
Decode or check a Isuzu i-350 by VIN
Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Isuzu i-350 — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.
How to read a Isuzu i-350 VIN — every digit explained
Every Isuzu i-350 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
- VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this i-350.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Model-year code (10th digit)
The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:
Where to find your i-350 VIN
- Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
- Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
- Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
- Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.
How many recalls does the Isuzu i-350 have?
The Isuzu i-350 has 2 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2006–2006. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2006 Isuzu i-350 recalls 2
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
What's wrong. Gm is recalling 185,903 model year 2004-2009 colorado, gmc model year 2009-2004 canyon, model year 2006 i-280, i-350, model year 2007-2008 i-290, and i-370, passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of alabama, arizona, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, puerto rico, south carolina, texas, u.s. Virgin islands and utah. Some of these vehicles have a brake lamp switch that may not work as designed due to contamination in the switch.
Risk. This condition could cause the simultaneous loss of all brake lamps or cause all of the brake lamps to stay on continuously. Both of these conditions could fail to warn others of the driver's intentions and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components as specified in the recall bulletin free of charge. Gm anticipates that parts will be available by june 2010. A special coverage for vehicles registered in all other states will be implemented in the same time frame. In the interim, owners who experience the failure can obtain a free repair, however they will be required to return when the new design part becomes available. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
What's wrong. Certain pickup trucks may experience the permanent loss of brake lamp function or brake lamps that are illuminated at all times. The center high-mounted stop lamp (chmsl) is affected in both instances. Also, if equipped, the cruise control will become inoperative. Any trailer brake lamps which are connected to the vehicle's brake lamp wiring will mimic the vehicle's brake lamps when either condition occurs.
Risk. A following driver may not know when the brakes have been applied, and a rear-end crash could occur without prior warning.
Fix. Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch assembly. The recall began on december 5, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Best and worst years for the Isuzu i-350
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 1 tracked years, the worst years are 2006 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2006.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 i-350 | 4 | Exterior Lighting | Avoid |
What are the most common Isuzu i-350 problems?
The most-reported Isuzu i-350 problems are Tires (1 reports), Equipment (1 reports) and Hydraulic (1 reports) — out of 4 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Exterior Lighting 2 Read
2006 isuzu i-350 truck this is to file a complaint regarding our 2006 isuzu i-350 truck purchased in 2006 and relates to a recall of the brake switch (gm recall no. 06030, nhtsa campaign id no. 06v139000). Following are the chronological facts regarding my complaint: august 26, 2006 - purchased new truck from big red sports/imports in norman, oklahoma. January 2, 2007 - replacement of brake switch to complete recall. Part number 8-25796-381-0 was used in replacement. No charge due to recall. October 12, 2009 - replacement again of brake switch to repair inoperable cruise control and no brake lights. Again, part number 8-25796-381-0 was used to repair the defective part installed on january 2, 2007. Charge of $121.27 paid since 'recall' had previously been worked. The exact same part number (8-25796-381-0) was used for both repairs. Therefore, it would appear this part is defective and perhaps should be recalled, or there is another problem not yet identified that is causing this brake switch to fail. The safety concern i have is that my son uses this vehicle while away at college and drove for several weeks without realizing he did not have brake lights. This safety hazard could have resulted in a rear-end collision. *tr
Dt*: the contact stated while turning at 10mph another motorist noticed the vehicle turn signals worked incorrectly. The left turn signal gave a right signal outside the vehicle and the right gave a left signal outside the vehicle. The manufacturer and dealer have not been alerted. The vehicle is a 2006 gmc tw3s042 flatbed truck. *ak
Service Brakes 1 Read
Abs brake system - after replacement of rotors abs system constantly fails. Unable to repair after expenditures of over $1500.00 . Dealers and repair service have no solution to fix problem. *tr
Hydraulic 1 Read
Abs brake system - after replacement of rotors abs system constantly fails. Unable to repair after expenditures of over $1500.00 . Dealers and repair service have no solution to fix problem. *tr
Vehicle Speed Control 1 Read
2006 isuzu i-350 truck this is to file a complaint regarding our 2006 isuzu i-350 truck purchased in 2006 and relates to a recall of the brake switch (gm recall no. 06030, nhtsa campaign id no. 06v139000). Following are the chronological facts regarding my complaint: august 26, 2006 - purchased new truck from big red sports/imports in norman, oklahoma. January 2, 2007 - replacement of brake switch to complete recall. Part number 8-25796-381-0 was used in replacement. No charge due to recall. October 12, 2009 - replacement again of brake switch to repair inoperable cruise control and no brake lights. Again, part number 8-25796-381-0 was used to repair the defective part installed on january 2, 2007. Charge of $121.27 paid since 'recall' had previously been worked. The exact same part number (8-25796-381-0) was used for both repairs. Therefore, it would appear this part is defective and perhaps should be recalled, or there is another problem not yet identified that is causing this brake switch to fail. The safety concern i have is that my son uses this vehicle while away at college and drove for several weeks without realizing he did not have brake lights. This safety hazard could have resulted in a rear-end collision. *tr
Equipment 1 Read
2006 isuzu i-350 truck this is to file a complaint regarding our 2006 isuzu i-350 truck purchased in 2006 and relates to a recall of the brake switch (gm recall no. 06030, nhtsa campaign id no. 06v139000). Following are the chronological facts regarding my complaint: august 26, 2006 - purchased new truck from big red sports/imports in norman, oklahoma. January 2, 2007 - replacement of brake switch to complete recall. Part number 8-25796-381-0 was used in replacement. No charge due to recall. October 12, 2009 - replacement again of brake switch to repair inoperable cruise control and no brake lights. Again, part number 8-25796-381-0 was used to repair the defective part installed on january 2, 2007. Charge of $121.27 paid since 'recall' had previously been worked. The exact same part number (8-25796-381-0) was used for both repairs. Therefore, it would appear this part is defective and perhaps should be recalled, or there is another problem not yet identified that is causing this brake switch to fail. The safety concern i have is that my son uses this vehicle while away at college and drove for several weeks without realizing he did not have brake lights. This safety hazard could have resulted in a rear-end collision. *tr
Tires 1 Read
The actual tire brand is kona; i entered (kelly ).the actual tire brand is kona clt. Look out for this entry. Report to george. The tires were 215 85 16 lr e; dot's 25 bl 1608; 25 jc 1608 and 25 jc 2508 the brand was kona clt. There were 5 bad tires returned. The vehicle listed is not correct, as this happened to customers vehicles and there were several of them. *tr
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Isuzu i-350 specifications & dimensions
The 2006 Isuzu i-350. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Isuzu i-350 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the i-350 holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Isuzu i-350 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Isuzu i-350 get?
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What engines does the Isuzu i-350 have? Power & range
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How much does a Isuzu i-350 cost to own?
A Isuzu i-350 depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | — | — |
| Year 2 | 70% | — | — |
| Year 3 | 61% | — | — |
| Year 4 | 53% | — | — |
| Year 5 | 46% | — | — |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this i-350 loses about 54% of its value over five years.
- Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the i-350 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Isuzu i-350 safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the i-350 yet.
How many miles does a Isuzu i-350 last?
A well-maintained Isuzu i-350 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.
Decode your Isuzu i-350’s window sticker & build
Original options, specs, recalls and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Decode VIN →All Isuzu i-350 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Isuzu i-350 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 i-350 | 2 recalls | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the i-350?
By owner-complaint volume, 2006 drew the most reports. 2006 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the i-350 have?
2 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2006–2006. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a i-350 last?
A well-maintained i-350 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the i-350 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the i-350 is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Isuzu i-350 warranty?
New Isuzu models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Isuzu dealer.
Where is the Isuzu i-350 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your i-350's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Isuzu may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the i-350 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.