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Recalls for
2007 Mitsubishi Fuso Fm61f
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3 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2006-07-17
Description
On certain trucks, the vin label was printed with an improper gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) and gross axle weight rating (gawr) for both the front and rear axles.
Consequence
The manufacturer has not yet provided a consequence for this campaign.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the vin labels with corrected gvwr and gawr values free of charge. The recall began on july 21, 2006. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1000910. Customers 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 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2006-06-07
Description
On certain trucks, an excessive amount of weld material may be present on the rear axle housing at the joint retainer. The clearance between the joint retainer and brake connector may be beyond specification and could cause the attaching bolt to loosen allowing the brake pipe to vibrate.
Consequence
The brake pipe could crack, allowing brake fluid to leak, decreasing braking performance and causing a crash without warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and remove excessive weld material and repair free of charge. The recall began on june 14, 2006. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-3917.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1000810.customers 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 #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 2009-03-30DescriptionMitsubishi 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.
ConsequenceThe purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries from motor vehicle crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.
Corrective ActionMfta 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.
NotesMfta'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 .