2003 Isuzu Ascender vs 2005 Isuzu Ascender
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2005 Isuzu Ascender |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 173 | 131 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,500 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Ascender | Isuzu Ascender |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 27 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 9 |
| Power Train | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2003 Isuzu Ascender
2005 Isuzu Ascender
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.