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1993 Isuzu Pickup

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1993 Pickup.

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The 1993 Isuzu Pickup is a truck that carries a reliability profile defined by a single recall and only six documented owner complaints, with service brakes identified as the primary concern area. Within the 1992–1995 production span, this model year marks the lowest point in the complaint trajectory at six entries, standing in contrast to the 1994 peak of twenty-one reported issues. This positions the 1993 variant as the most statistically stable year in this four-year dataset.

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Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	177.2 in
Overall width	66.5 in
Overall height	62.2 in
Wheelbase	105.5 in
Curb weight	2705 lb

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine GM Part No. 12377967 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	GM Part No. 12377967
Engine Coolant	ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Power Steering Fluid	ATF
Transfer Case Fluid	5W-30
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity	3.2 Pints

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 7,500 mi.

At 7,500 mi	Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)
Every 7,500 mi	Battery (inspect electrolyte level) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Clutch Assembly (inspect)
At 15,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 15,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Clutch Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Cruise Control System (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Choke System (inspect) · Clutch Hydraulic Line (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)
At 60,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 mi	Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Ignition Timing (inspect) · PCV System (inspect)
Every 90,000 mi	Oxygen Sensor (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1993 Isuzu Pickup sits at the low point of this generation's complaint arc, with just 6 federal complaints — half of the 12 recorded for 1992 and dramatically lower than the 21 that would follow in 1994. Recalls held steady at one (matching 1992), and there were zero investigations, a status that would change sharply in 1994 and 1995 when investigations jumped to two per year. The top complaint area for 1993 is hydraulic service brakes (3 of 6 complaints), with the remainder spread across tires, seat belts, and vehicle speed control, and notably there are zero crash or fire complaints on record. TSBs dipped slightly from 5 in 1992 to 4 in 1993, suggesting modest refinement but no major engineering overhaul. The data doesn't specify root causes for any of these complaints, so no definitive failure pattern can be identified beyond the brake cluster. Overall, 1993 appears to be the calmest year in this generation's federal record, making it a relatively favorable choice among used Isuzu Pickups from this era — just ensure the brake system has been properly maintained and inspected.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 4 components.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic3

Tires1

Seat Belts1

Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 4 of 4 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
IB13-R-001G	2023-05-08	Unknown Or Other	This bulletin outlines the procedures for using the Alpine Exchange Program (the…
WB13-X-001B	2022-08-30	Equipment	Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural…
WB13-X-001A	2022-08-02	Equipment	Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is providing the following procedural…
SB0012S002	2000-03-01	Equipment	THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN OUTLINES THE DETAILED PROCEDURES FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 1993 Pickup have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.