1996 Isuzu Hombre S SB
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- Photo: 1997 Isuzu Hombre XS Spacecab, front left, 06-07-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 Isuzu Hombre by S. Foskett, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Isuzu Hombre (5125987642) by Michael Gil from Calgary, AB, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '96-'97 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Isuzu Hombre by Bull-Doser at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1996 Isuzu Hombre S SB is a 118-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $11,484 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 118 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 130 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Hombre measures 189.0 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,822 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $11,484 ($23,788 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2-liter OHV 8-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 118 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 130 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 8-valve |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Tank Capacity | 19 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15" |
| Wheels Rear | 15" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189 in |
| Width | 67.9 in |
| Height | 62.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,822 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1996 Isuzu Hombre S SB with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Isuzu HOMBRE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 2, 2003 · VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS WITH CERTAIN MODEL-ENGINE COMBINATIONS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DUE TO CRACKED SOLDER JOINTS ON THE CONTROLLER CIRCUIT BOARD. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY OR NOT AT ALL.
Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR DURING BAD WEATHER, DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
NHTSA campaign 03V210000
Jul 1, 1998 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, 2 AND 4-WHEEL DRIVE. SOLDER JOINTS NEAR THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN CRACK CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER.
NHTSA campaign 98V150002
Jan 29, 1997 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
THE TOP COAT PAINT SEVERELY PEELS DUE TO OVERBAKING OF THE POWDER PRIMER PRIOR TO THE TOP COAT APPLICATION. SINCE THE WINDSHIELD PRIMER AND ADHESIVE ADHERE TO THE TOP COAT PAINT ONTHE WINDSHIELD OPENING FLANGE, THE WINDSHIELD DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING."
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT STAY IN PLACE AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS NO. 212.
Remedy: ALL VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPURCHASED. THIS CAMPAIGN IS 100%.
NHTSA campaign 97V008002
Apr 3, 1996 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
A BRAZILIAN DOMESTIC HEADLAMP WAS INADVERTENTLY INSTALLED ON THESE VEHICLES INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED U.S. DOMESTIC ASSEMBLY. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: REDUCED LIGHTING FROM THESE HEAD LAMPS CAN CAUSE A VISIBILITY PROBLEM INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLIES FOR PRESENCE OF THE AIMING PADS. IF THE HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLY DOES NOTE HAVE THESE AIMING PADS, IT WILL BE REPLACED WITH THE CORRECT HEAD LAMP ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA campaign 96V059001
37 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1996 Isuzu HOMBRE
Owner Complaints
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Isuzu HOMBRE (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 20 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Hydraulic | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1996 ISUZU HOMBRE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.