Isuzu FTR 2021 FAQs

Check out real-world situations relating to the Isuzu here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• Cracked canopy on a 2018 Isuzu D-Max ute

  It’s not a problem we’ve heard of occurring in huge numbers, but like any component, a canopy is subject to wear and tear just like any other. Canopies on tradie-trucks can cop an awful hammering at the hands of their owners and damage is inevitable in such cases. Even a few years exposure to Australian levels of UV radiation can cause a canopy to start to break down structurally, so they generally have a finite lifespan.

  But instead of replacing the whole canopy (assuming it’s a fibreglass one) it might be worth asking a fibreglass specialist (say, a boat repairer) if the crack can be repaired. That would certainly be cheaper than replacing the whole canopy

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• Air conditioning problems with the 2021 Isuzu MU-X LS-T SUV

  This is an annoying but relatively common problem in many cars, not just the Isuzu. Because a car’s air-conditioning system dehumidifies the air (as well as cooling it) the water that was suspended in the air has to go somewhere. When everything’s working properly, there’s a small drain-hose from the air-con unit, through the floor to under the car where the water can be dumped with no problems.

  But what often happens is that the little tube or drain-hose becomes blocked. At which point, the air from the atmosphere has nowhere to go other than inside the cabin where it causes the mayhem you’re experiencing. By locating the drain-tube and cleaning it out, the problem should go away. If not, you need to look more closely at the car’s heater matrix which also lives under the dashboard and can leak coolant into the cabin for a similar range of problems.

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• Remote locking system in my 2023 Isuzu MU-X has stopped working

  Electrical failures like this are not uncommon even on brand-new cars. You could have a problem with the body computer, the wiring system, the lock actuators, a fuse or relay or even the key fob that you use to control the locking. However, the solution is pretty simple: This car should still be under the factory warranty (even if you’re not the original owner) so all you need do is take it back to an Isuzu dealer. Under Australian Consumer Law (provided you haven’t caused the problem through negligence or mis-use) the manufacturer is responsible for fixing problems like this one at no cost to you.

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