Recalls for your 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso Fm657

Recalls for 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso Fm657

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DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS


Posted on: 2009-03-30
Description
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) is recalling 156 halogen sealed beam high beam headlamp assemblies sold between october 24, 2007 and december 2, 2008 for use as replacement equipment for certain mitsubishi fuso trucks.  These lamps fail to conform to the sae standards or recommended practices referenced in table i of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
The purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries from motor vehicle crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.

Corrective Action
Mfta will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge.  The safety recall began on april 15, 2009.  Owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.

Notes
Mfta's recall no.  C1003910.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2018-01-17
Description
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc.  (mfta) is recalling certain 2004-2017 fe84d, fe85d, fec52, fec72, fec92, fgb72, fk61f and fm657 trucks.  These trucks are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Mfta will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began on january 11, 2018.  Owners may contact mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Mfta's number for this recall is mfv00001.  

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.