2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1990-12-26
Description
Routing of brake vacuum hose from the vacuum pump to the steel vacuum pipe could allow the hose to be pinched when cab assembly is raised or lowered.
Consequence
This would cause an increase in brake pedal effort, whichcould result in increased stopping distance and an accident.
Corrective Action
Replace brake vacuum hose with new-style brake vacuum hose.
Notes
System: brake vacuum hose.vehicle description: heavy trucks with 4d310at2 intercooled engines.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2004-11-02
Description
On certain trucks,the steering system knuckle arm was designed with an insufficient strength margin. Repeated steering operation while stationary, or normal vehicle operation that requires frequent repeated steering operation, could cause the knuckle arm to crack.
Consequence
If the knuckle arm cracks, the vehicle's steering control could become inoperative, causing a crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install and modify the steering knuckle arm assembly, inspect toe-in and adjust if necessary. The recall began on january 13, 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).