1996 Isuzu Hombre: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1996 Isuzu Hombre: 4 recalls, 37 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #96V059001 · 1996 · 1,547 vehicles
What's wrong: A brazilian domestic headlamp was inadvertently installed on these vehicles instead of the required u.s. Domestic assembly. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: reduced lighting from these head lamps can cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect both the left and right head lamp assemblies for presence of the aiming pads. If the head lamp assembly does note have these aiming pads, it will be replaced with the correct head lamp assembly.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #97V008002 · 1997 · 8 vehicles
What's wrong: The top coat paint severely peels due to overbaking of the powder primer prior to the top coat application. Since the windshield primer and adhesive adhere to the top coat paint onthe windshield opening flange, the windshield does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 212, "windshield mounting."
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, the windshield May not stay in place as required by fmvss no. 212.
The fix: All vehicles have been repurchased. This campaign is 100%.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #98V150002 · 1998 · 8,925 vehicles
What's wrong: Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Why it matters: This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #03V210000 · 2003 · 14,860 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain pickup trucks with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor May fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Why it matters: If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began July 14, 2003.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (20): the most common themes are electrical failure (3).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (4): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Airbags (3): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
The 1996 Isuzu Hombre has 37 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 4 Hombre model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 30). Complaints peaked in 1999 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 87,990 miles. Neighboring years: 1997 (25 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1996 Isuzu Hombre have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 1996 Isuzu Hombre. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1996 Isuzu Hombre problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility (wipers, glass) (20), brakes (hydraulic) (4), engine & cooling (4).
What gas mileage does the 1996 Isuzu Hombre get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.2 L, Manual 5-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1996 Isuzu Hombre repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.