ISUZU FX/GX Series fitted w/6UZ1 engine
What the hazard is
The bearing could seize causing damage to the power steering drive gear and in the worst case cause the engine to fail. Should this phenomenon occur the steering force required to operate the vehicle could increase and in some cases the engine could stall.
What to do
IAL has a customer data base which has captured all retailed vehicles and will contact all owners by letter to notify them of the recall.
Defect
In some instances the lubrication to the supply pump drive bearing may be insufficient.