Isuzu Australia Limited has recalled 1,301 trucks from the 2025–2026 year range after discovering a power-steering defect that could make the vehicles harder to control. The Australian government published the notice on July 27, 2026, warning that the fault may increase the risk of a crash causing injury or death.
The campaign covers multiple MY25 F-Series trucks. Isuzu will contact affected owners in writing and ask them to arrange the required work with an authorised dealer at no cost.
Which Isuzu trucks are included?
The recall applies to all variants within these MY25 model groups:
- FSR
- FTS
- FVM and FVL
- FVR and FVD
- FVZ and FVY
The notice identifies 1,301 affected units across the 2025–2026 year range. Its government reference is REC-006681, while Isuzu lists it as campaign 26-Z-01.
A matching model and year do not confirm that an individual truck is included. Eligibility depends on the vehicle identification number, making a VIN check essential for private owners and fleet operators.
What caused the steering fault?
A manufacturing defect may have damaged the O-ring seal in the power-steering pump. If the seal fails to contain the fluid, a leak may develop and reduce the assistance normally provided by the steering system.
The driver could then need significantly more effort to turn the vehicle. An unexpected change in steering resistance could make the truck difficult to control, especially during a turn, evasive manoeuvre or other situation requiring a rapid response.
Because these are heavy commercial vehicles, any reduction in steering assistance carries serious consequences. The regulator says a resulting loss of control could endanger the driver, occupants and other road users.
How owners can check the VIN
A searchable VIN field is not provided in the notice, but the government page includes a downloadable list of affected identification numbers. Owners can compare their truck’s VIN with the file attached to the official Australian Isuzu recall notice.
Businesses with several Isuzu trucks should check each VIN separately instead of relying on the model name or registration year. Contact information should also be kept current so Isuzu’s written notification reaches the person responsible for servicing the vehicle.
Is this different from the earlier Isuzu action?
A separate notice published on January 5, 2026 covered 372 Isuzu FTS, FVM, FVR and FVZ trucks from the 2025 year range. It described a similar power-steering pump O-ring problem but carried recall number REC-006515 and campaign number 25-Z-01.
The latest action has a different campaign number, a wider model list and 1,301 affected units. Owners should therefore use the current VIN file rather than assume that checking or completing an earlier campaign automatically resolves their status under this notice.
What should affected owners do?
Isuzu will write to registered owners and ask them to schedule an appointment with an authorised Isuzu dealer. The recall work will be completed free of charge.
The notice does not describe the precise workshop procedure or provide a repair time. Owners should ask their dealer about the work required and how long the truck may be unavailable.
Further assistance is available from Isuzu Customer Care on 1800 035 640. Owners do not need to wait for a letter before checking the VIN or contacting a dealership.
Why prompt action matters
Steering-related defects warrant early attention because they can affect a driver’s ability to control a vehicle. Australia has faced another recent power-steering campaign involving 13,390 Toyota HiLux vehicles, showing why owners should treat steering notices as safety priorities.
Other truck-related campaigns, including the Tesla Cybertruck wheel safety recall, further demonstrate that a vehicle may appear to operate normally while still requiring corrective action.
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What owners should do next
Owners should locate their truck’s VIN, confirm whether it appears in the official list and book an authorised dealer appointment if the vehicle is affected. Fleet operators should ensure their registration and contact records are current so Isuzu’s written notification reaches the appropriate person.
Checking the VIN, contacting an authorised dealer and completing the free campaign work are the practical steps affected Isuzu owners should take.
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