Recalls for 2015 Hino 268

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

Posted on: 2015-04-07
Description
Hino motor sales u.s.a., inc.  (hino) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 238, 258, 268, and 338 trucks manufactured january 5, 2015, to march 20, 2015.  In the affected vehicles, the u-bolt that connects the suspension springs to the front axle may have been overtightened.

Consequence
If the u-bolt was overtightened, the bolt may stretch resulting in it loosening or failing.  Either result may cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle u-bolts on the subject vehicles free of charge.  The recall began on june 5, 2015.  Owners may contact hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.