NHTSA Campaign Id 97V208002; Date: Nov. 25, 1997
The clip material on the exhaust manifold can ignite and subsequently ignite other combustible components resulting in a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:1998 Isuzu Hombre
Component: Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood
Manufactured by: Isuzu Motors Limited
Affected Units:: 1,299
Recall Summary:Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose vehicles. An engine electrical wiring-harness clip can melt and drip onto the exhaust manifold.
How to Fix:Dealers are contacting owners by telephone to have their vehicles towed to the dealer and alternate transportation provided to them until the dealer can reroute the electrical wiring-harness.
Recall Notes:Owner notification began November 14, 1997. Owners who have not been contacted within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 14, 1997
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