If you still have problems with rear when loaded.over your normal weight. Getting anything from overseas is a disaster at the moment, and Isuzu will be caught up in it like everyone else. I have a 2018 Dmax and by 10k after service its dropped to half on the dip stick, and about a third quarter of a plastic 600ml water bottle caught in catch can. Excellent choice. Ive had the rear differential pinion seal replaced under warranty as it was leaking, and the 4 front body mounts that were cracking and deforming. The front can only flex through it's design range anyway. Our 4x4 lift kits are designed to lift your D-Max to the legal maximum height, allowing for bigger and tougher tyres with greater clearance. I appreciate it. Sounds like youve had a rough run, and are understandably annoyed about it. Also check to see if the drop centerlink has an forward or backward play. $5500 for a head gasket seems insanely expensive; you can get a second hand motor for that. I have a 2015 DMax LSX and have also purchased a new 2021 XTerrain. The Dmax comes with traction control and no diff lock or LSD. We prefer going off-grid in national parks & free camping in the bush over caravan parks. The guards crack due to the body flexing and vibrating. The hands free is the same model, and it was one of the most common complains earlier on across all models. if there is any play, look to see where its coming from and replace the part. Please note most of what is raised here are also Isuzu MUX problems, which are basically a wagon version of the Dmax. A bit of mechanical sympathy goes a long way. That is a shocking story, and one that you should be rightfully upset about. It takes more than a cover version of a Fleetwood Mac song to build a tough 4WD. I believe the hardfacing was not done correctly on these, which is why they chew out. then the clutch then rack and rack ends a bent chassis and now the crank has snapped and stuffed the block. Turbo has gone Any suggestion as to the correct procedure when installing a lift kit? At the time of purchase, Id heard of a couple of turbos going on the newer model with the DPF, and since then I have heard of a huge number. I test drove a manual with my heart set on buying one but the lag was even worse. Have a 2015 MUX with 146000 ks owned from new currently having a new head gasket replacement at a cost of 5,500 not happy about that ; this car has never towed or missed a beat , out of warranty by 18 months this vehicle was regularly log book serviced after that but ISUZU say I cant prove it had coolant change when it was due, seems a poor excuse as I cant get a proper answer to how it would blow on such low ks it is a diesel 44 has anybody had similar issues , and wonder what kind of warranty Iwill get when fixed . Thanks for your delightful comment. Apart from that ive had a good run so far, only 41,000kms. They were welded back up under insurance as they thought it might have to do with an accident in 2018. A well known fix is to fit colorado front rubbers as they are much more solid and reduce the vibration greatly. Towing capacity; a simple guide to keep you legal, 42 tips for 4WDing; the ultimate how to drive a 4WD guide, 20 things you should never do in a 4WD recovery. awesome reliable vehicle. Have you been towing a trailer by any chance? Keep us updated with the dash cam footage, and how Isuzu react. Sorry if that upsets you. What issues have you had with the Dmax, and what model was it? There are three relatively inexpensive ways to solve a poorly working Duramax fuel pressure relief valve. I have a 2015 Manual Mu-x, and I need to replace the rear main seal and the transfer case seal, and Im hoping not to be taken for a ride on cost. Has anyone got any thoughts on this. Ours has been pretty good overall, Thanks for your comments, and all the best Of course, theyve come about in order to meet environmental emission regulations, so they are here to stay. Your review seems to bear this out. If you want to know how much the total build cost, you can read about it here Dmax build cost. It does sit on 110-120km/hr very nicely though. Beyond the above though, these are solid vehicles. Thanks for the comment. Im sure they do deny it. Apparently this is something all dealerships are required to check and rectify on a regular basis now. I have almost no savings now and after all this trying to move my family from Tennant Creek NT back to Victoria with no Air conditioning. Blamed me as i didnt show them early enough. Stop vehicle, start again stuck in second gear Overall though, Im pleased with the vehicle, and it is serving us well. Enough D-Max and MU-X owners have experienced problems with cracks in the metal of the engine bay, that we can't ignore it as a potential watch-out. Not good enough Isuzu; absolutely no leg to stand on in your defence. I had unusual cracking noise in rear, thought to be brake lining binding up. Thanks so much for your comment, and sounds like youve had an awesome experience. I think most dealers these days are well aware of the turbo issues, and will simply listen and make a judgement call. Regards Tim from Tassie. I was told that the robot applying the sealant to the seal was missing a small portion of the seal for a huge number of vehicles. A few people have had theirs replaced (and realistically they are a consumable) earlier than they should have. Apart from those faults, my 2013 MUX has had 3 engine oil leaks fixed under warranty and one coolant leak that cost me $1700. it turned out to be a fault which after being plugged into their computer was re programmed, all good have since had the light come on and it did its burn as it should have, now the main complaint i have is some of the nannies pulling on the steering wheel applying the brakes when i get to close to a vehicle, they are working as they should ,but if you turn them off which isnt as easy as it should be , you have to turn them off again when you restart , having said that it has saved me from running up the back of a car in Sydney traffic , and the other day saved us from a bad situation where a loaded trailer got way out of control,. Cheers to all those submitting comments also Vehicle cost ($40,601) Our Isuzu Dmax was $40,601 including GST, delivery to our door (from the Eastern States) and includes 12 months registration and stamp duty here (it came with no plates). They knocked back the warranty claim saying it was from my cord Bullbar. Hi Aaron, Above all, I just want to thank you for your contribution and honesty. I wanted more power and it certainly delivers. However, they are the most common issues people face in this model range, Just bought a 2nd hand dmax. Other issues is that I seem to got through crank batteries and alternators, I am currently on my 6th alternator and 8th crank battery, but this may also be related to the dual battery system. I noticed that you have an Amaron battery under the bonnet. Great economy, does what you need it to and no issues! Parts were ordered, shipped and arrived very fast. Hi These are also damaged easily by anyone working in the engine bay with a number of people saying during battery changes, or even if someone just leans on it the pipe will crack and leak your gas out. I assume its auto? Given people have had inner guards crack on vehicles with heavy aftermarket bull bars, as well as the Isuzu aluminium ones and even without bull bars, I think its safe to say the bull bar doesnt cause the cracking. Unreliable. The Dmax came with a tow bar, genuine aluminium bull bar, reversing camera and tub. Im looking to buy a new 21 model and give the 10 to the missus but you are so right there isnt a perfect 4wd out there but these are a great bus. Touch wood ours has only had one alignment, and that wasnt because it needed it. Got into a 2019 dmax and am at 29,000 km turbo going on this one aswell, starting the nice siren noise. Like all Toyotas they are as reliable as Sunrise. EDIT we had our Dmax body mounts replaced under warranty at 60,000km after the front two were showing signs of cracking and sagging badly. I an quite stressed we are going to be left with the blame and a hefty bill. You might already know that cars and vans are super expensive and have long lead times right now. You are right, it is quite the list of shortcomings. It might pay to take it somewhere that spends more time, and charges more for a better result. If you see a broken Dmax on the side of a 4WD track, theres a pretty high chance the two front wheels are pointing inwards towards each other. 3 weeks in the Pilbara camping and 4WDing, 6 weeks in the Coral Coast, Pilbara and Kimberley, 3 months with a camper trailer, 4WD and toddler; the summary, Lake Argyle and the Bungles; amazing places in WA, Our Isuzu Dmax build for touring Australia, Our new Hybrid Camper; a Lifestyle Reconn R2, Building a tough 4WD boat trailer to take remote fishing, Why we moved from a soft floor to a hybrid camper trailer. CST 4-6" S.T.L Lift Kit Stage 1. . I must say I am worried about mine cracking too, and have been keeping a keen eye on it. I have a 2018 SX duel cab with a steel tray and just the basic mods, Bull bar, 2 suspension up grade, larger tires and a catch can also 60k on the clock. They generally have a decent reputation, but stranger things have happened. Consistently returning 8.4l/km (not towing of course) and if I take my racks off, that usually drops below 8. Permalink. So, now going for 2nd hand centre and if no issues will do the locker at a later date. So, I noticed at 115,000km the cracks are back. Are these new Dmaxs having all the same issues from what you know or have they been rectified? It should be under $100 on its own. to me, its a solid and well build truck. Do you know the capacity? I cant wait to get rid of it. They are a great vehicle, with a solid foundation, great engine and reputable gearbox (if you get the auto) and good quality gear used overall. Thanks for your very informative site. Good to hear youve had a great run so far. 270 awning. I have a spare CV. Great article on the Isuzu. It is capable of holding over 650 HP and 650 lb-ft of torque in the Camaro so you can rest assured that this transmission can hold the power that you want to put down with your new Duramax. I have a 2018 DMAX dual cab 44 with a full Isuzu dealer service history, Turbo went at 1600km (yes, 1600), with a month to repair under warranty (and 3 visits to the dealer to collect additional details to authorise the warranty BUT at least I could still drive it). I have sent emails to Isuzu and have not heard a work back that is very disapointing to us. Id never buy another Dmax, what a total piece of garbage! 2013 Camry Atara SX, 200ks replaced park brake shoes andwell thats it! You comments re the Bushman fridge are spot on. Might as well buy a 1984 Lada Niva. That, and dont hop the vehicle; as soon as it starts to bounce, stop and re-think what you are doing. I havent experienced them all, but am completely honest about revealing anything that has gone wrong. Unfortunately on our way to the dealer, an hour and a half drive, Tuesday gone, the car completely died and we had to get it towed to the dealer. those kits are pretty stout, i jsut dont like the upper contol arm drop they use to acheive the given lift. Ken. At 175k and 95% highway running only. Ford dont offer a cooler and the dealer wont fit an after market one. Suspension while easy enough to simplify down to four springs and four shock absorbers, is far more complicated than that. The Isuzu Dmax Automatic Transmission prior to 2017 seems to be bullet proof, with the 6 speed ones (prior to the new shape in 2021) having a few more issues, but still being reasonable overall. I believe the hardfacing was not done well on many of the differentials. Any lights on the dash? Check this out Dmax Evaporator Failure. She does a mix of town and country driving and is our caravan tow vehicle. 2018 Dmax So far, Im reasonably pleased with my Dmax, but having only done around 80,000km its not really a huge form of evidence just yet. But without a doubt my favorite thing about the car is What are your thoughts on the 2016 Dmax MY15.5 extra cab for towing 2500kg caravan? The Dmax turbo was replaced when it was first delivered to me (faulty waste gate actuator), and I had the transfer case seal on the rear weep, which was replaced under warranty, and kept leaking (we are on seal #4 now, which seems to be holding). If it doesnt, the clutch is slipping and you probably need a new one. The Gturbo certainly does make a big difference in power. No car, no loan car, and I had to go direct to Isuzu to get it approved. Have you got quotes to repair it? The fact that its been running in 4WDs and trucks since 2002 speaks volumes. When I pointed out that the dealer had fitted it under finance they backtracked and blamed it on the Pedders GVM upgrade. A lift can mean the vehicle has stronger springs and so flex won't increase, other springs with greater/higher set but not so weight holding may increase it a little. Doing those sort of drives it should be pristine, but maybe its not! Theres no doubt that the D-max lacks in the fancy bits department. Hi Aaron, They are a great vehicle, but not perfect. Each vehicle is set up differently, with different weights in different areas. 200watt solar panel up on cab roof. It will be interesting to see where Bannister Law takes this. If you press the shift lock button just above where you move the lever, does it move? What facts can you back that up with? So my consumption goes down in increments of about 5mm every 3000km from the dot below the top yellow indicator. By law, the vehicle you purchase (and anything else too) must perform as the consumer would expect it to. Their frequency of the issue is now 3-4x a day. Surely we can have it done by our fellow and send them the bill. The Evaporator failed on the Air Conditioning Unit (our Auto Electrician says this is quite common with the Isuzu D-Max). Cheers Again, this happens when you are 4WDing and giving it a bit too much. Mate of mine in the industry showed me the finger spacing and the fact that the marks were under the duco. I have a 2018 DMax and have a love hate relationship. How big they are, and how much it will affect you depends on what you want it for, and how well Isuzu did. Paint issue in one area, you can see fingerprints, they wouldnt look at it. The light steering. Hes running an auto locka, and installed 2 aftermarket ones, which are basically made of cheese. I hear they are quite hard to come by. Otherwise, ask them to take it back, as its not fit for purpose. It did it with a sense of flair that I will miss, but there are a few things I won't miss, and its all a compromise one way or another. Of course, there are lots of options when it comes to improving power and the 4JJ1 motor is extremely popular for getting huge power figures from with reliability remaining largely unchanged. when 4 wheel driving. Sometimes their owners will acknowledge it, but more often than not they dont! Bog standard too. This last one they slightly over filled onto the yellow so when I took it back it was down to the full dot and they said it hadnt used and is fine then wanted to close the case until I said no and did another 3000km and its dropped 5mm from the dot. It fills its own windscreen wiper reservoir up when it rains. I dont know much about the 1.9L engine unfortunately, and it really depends on what you want to do with the vehicle. Replaced EGR under warranty, clutch at 200k, 2 transfer case actuators (water ingress),otherwise excellent. Have decided a new D'max and have asked for a 2 inch lift from the dealer. MY18 SX 44 space cab chassis tourer build. All things considered, the Dmax is a seriously solid vehicle, and is one of the better in its class. Sounds like youve had a few issues! it has done a total off 126,000 km. A competent working diesel towing up hill gives you more time to soak in the magic wide, brown land, or give wildlife time to escape collision. You can ring Isuzu directly and speak to them; it might be worth doing that. Therefore I was surprised you bought one of these crates of shite over a Toyota. (thank God for Holdens demise, and welcome in the MUX). The first seal was done under warranty, but it was leaking when I picked it up. We use low 44 to avoid such situations when moving animals etc. I have never owned a Toyota 4WD and wont ever. I wouldnt say its pathetic, especially seeing as a huge number of people have no issues with them. Sorry to hear of your experience. During low speed acceleration the car takes 0.5 seconds to decide what to do, then an added 0.5 seconds of low end lag then a surge of power which makes low speed driveability not very enjoyable. Purchased new. Im all for improving safety, but it sounds like Isuzu havent quite got this right. Built Not Bought 827K. The front end is total crap and after putting a lokka in the front, I broke 3 CVs and finally the whole front diff (https://youtu.be/-YDLrn1trEs). We are taking Isuzu to VCAT and I have spent thousands of my own dollars getting an engineers report. This warranty is against any manufacturer defects, premature wear or breakage. https://youtu.be/-YDLrn1trEs. Sure. If you are loading it up or changing tyre sizes it will struggle, and potentially have issues with overloading. Dobinsons 1.5"-3.5" Suspension lift kit Twin Tube Shocks and rear Quick Ride Kit for 2012 and Up Isuzu DMax & Chevy Colorado. I understand the towing capacity and power on the new model is far superior? Im looking at the brand new 2020 model. Some thought has gone into avoiding issues as best I can. put a 2 lift on it a bull bar, canopy and so on, it has been great. I would suggest Pedders as an option, if you have one nearby. However, Im not brand biased, or so attached to it that I fail to mention its shortcomings, and every single 4WD out there has at least a couple. Take care, drivetrain sympathy is a must with most IFS rigs, mine has spent a fair amount of time offroad with no real problems. Would I buy another Isuzu or recommend possibly not. Interesting about the Alphatech piggyback; Id heard of them before and might give our Dmax a tickle at some stage in the future. However YES that hands-free microphone for the phone is absolutely hopeless! This has been an extremely stressful time. Now they are telling my mate that the amber lights on the roof could void warranty. Isuzu are certainly not perfect, but their 4JJ1 motor is well known to be one of the best common rail diesels out there. 2nd battery behind driver in cab. Camping Kettle Upgrade; no more burnt toes! How many kms has it done? BDS 4.5" Lift Kit Fits 2011-2019 Chevy / GMC 2500HD / 3500HD Part# 719H All BDS Lift k.. More Info & Free Shipping. FYI, Ive been a qualified mechanical fitter for many years, so your comment is rather amusing. Breaking when a car is in a left turn lane turning off, not allowing the vehicle to return to the left lane while overtaking on a duel carriage. Ive towed a A-Van Aspire 499 (H/T), and while it is a light-weight unit, I always new it was on the back of the car, however I was never in a hurry to get to where I was going. Electric windows are about as fancy as this one gets! If you can prove the paint wasnt done right from the factory they should have no leg to stand on. I have a 2010 Dmax which I bought new. Im told that the body mounts are too soft and wear/fail too quickly and if they arent replaced then you end up with the cracking. The 2021 Isuzu D-MAX has arrived, and Fulcrum are getting ready to offer it some serious upgrades to ensure your 4WD has the ultimate ride! I cant say Im unhappy with the performance of our vehicle, but its not been perfect either. Are you looking at the figures after each alignment? Are you familiar with this issue as my local mechanic has the same issue with their RACV call out vehicle. Surely we cant be the only 2 with a 2017 Dmax that has this issue? If you are finding the DPF burns are happening much closer together, you may have a problem. Thanks Paul. The air con compressor packed up at about 200k. Aaron, Thanks for your precise & v. comprehensive analysis. Otherwise, you cant go too wrong with the Dmaxs, if you set them up well, maintain them properly and keep an eye out for the common faults. Thanks for the comment, and the story. Dmax are a rubbish car as you have just pointed out in this article. Last week we got our hands on Shaun from 4WD Action's brand new 2021 D-MAX to check out the suspension and see what needed improving. 401 000kms. The 2017 model onwards had turbo issues, but seem to be pretty similar to the 2012 2016 models in terms of reliability (turbo aside). Done Simpson Desert, Plenty Highway, Birdsville Track, Oodnadatta Track, Cape York, Savannah Way, Cape Tribulation Track, Fraser and Moreton Islands. I have a 2012 (start of the batch in the article) starting from new and with 315,000km on it now, doing a combination of on/off road. How much do you really know about 4WD insurance? I understand you had the transfer case seal repaired under warranty, but I was wondering if you had any idea how much it would cost out of warranty? There are some design flaws, and manufacturing flaws on these from the factory, like there is for every single vehicle out there. If you are looking for Isuzu Dmax problems, then youve come to the right place. Turned out to be diff. Keep an eye on the body mounts; they are the primary cause of the body cracking issues. No wonder you got another Dmax; its awesome when you feel comfortable with a previous vehicle to just buy the next model up. They not cheap. Never heard of any issues with the timing chain adjusters; what happened? What do you think about dmax 2022? The 4JJ engine is widely regarded as one of the best on the market today, and is used in a wide range of applications from light trucks through to the Dmax and BT50, boat motors and you can even get conversion kits to put them into Patrols now. I have always been interested in the dmax as I am not brand loyal either, so have seriously considered buying one. They also indicted they knew what the problem was which is what really annoys me. I would get the front weighed first though, as any heavy bull bar is likely to put you over the front axle weights, especially if you have bash plates or a winch as well. Ive also bent sway bar links and have replaced them with performance ones. There will be wear and tear on other items as well though, but if its done a lot of long distance driving and less 4WDing it might be limited. For more information Visit our website https://www.dobinsonsprings.com/ Unfortunately, was to late, crown wheel and pinion not healthy. Unfortunately all of the 2017 2020 models (until the new shape) have the same turbo, and they must have changed thousands of them by now. They won't affect normal working then. Sorry to hear you are having a bad run. We have a 2016 Hilux at the moment and can honestly say nothing has gone wrong with her to date except the dpf. Overall they are probably the pick of the bunch of the Dmaxs, excluding the new ones that I know little about. Re the cracks You can adjust the settings, but its just terrible. i dont understand how anyone can say the cracked inner guards are caused by a bullbar when it is mounted to the chassis not the body. Another quote came back and said the diff drop and spacers were illegal and wouldn't supply it. Second issue was manual gearbox, they looked at it, told me nothing wrong while well under warranty and then of course a few months out of warranty wouldnt look at it. On thing i did do and am blown away with, is a new Gturbo fitted, not because the factory one was playing up. Having spoken with a few gearbox guys of late the problem is now quite well known. It is nearly impossible to follow the 808 page manual. Very disappointing. No dramas except the egr which was done earlier this year at 240000ks and seals on the gear box, its now at 270000ks and still on the original clutch. I run a e-locker in the back which is excellent. Hi Aaron, Gotta love how yet again another so called expert writing a blog claims something mounted to a chassis can crack the guards. At this stage Im having it done at Isuzu Pakenham. Have sleeves to place on tie rod ends that are weak. No towing. What a truly terrible experience that Im sure has put you off buying another Isuzu. At 65,000ks The only two faults that I have had with the D-Max is the evaporator leaked, and was replaced under warranty, and the open diff is a royal P.I.T.A. Keep a keen eye on it, and I hope it works out well. Dec 12, 2008 I have '07 classic 2500hd, installed a 6" pro comp lift kit (drop down kit). Good to hear mate, and the story everyone wants to have with their vehicle. Friends have suggested buying an Isuzu Dmax which brought me to you. Weve had a number in the past. I have no issues with the safety systems, they are annoying and id rather do without but once you adjust your driving style a little bit you get used to them. 4WDs are incredible expensive now, but is a bit extra worth paying for something newer/less kilometres? Recently purchased a Cx space cab trading in a 2016 model, the new vehicle is causing major problems related to the sensors breaking at shadows on the road travelling at speed o the highway. I have just updated my 2014 Isuzu d max with 256000kms on it to the latest 2021 model. At only 5 years old it has not lived up to reasonable expectation and should be done free of charge. I think youll do just as well with the new rig. The alternative is a torqueworm drive, which some people are doing. Do you know anything about this problem or maybe point me in the right direction to fix this. Of course, you can rip the dash out and replace the head unit, which is what we will be doing soon. This is the same with the gearbox; if it had an issue under warranty and you took it there, and they did nothing, they are still liable for the repairs. They arent perfect, but we are actually happy with ours overall. The ute will be out of warranty soon, and will get a LSD as a upgrade. Dmax lift kit problems are always going to be accentuated because of this, and you need to be careful going too high. Thankfully no other issues have come up and i had trouble free 16k trip around big island in 2019. Husband bought a D-Max Single Cab 44 Tray Back. It is the pre DPF model. 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