4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2011-01-19
Description
Hino is recalling certain model year 2011 nj8j and nv8j heavy trucks manufactured from october 26, 2009, through october 1, 2010. Two of the airlines to the front and rear air tanks may have been installed incorrectly.
Consequence
In the event that the rear tank air pressure was depleted, braking function would be lost and the automatic engagement of the spring brakes will not occur, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Action
Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2011. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9300.
Notes
Hino's recall campaign number is m0200.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 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 2012-12-04
Description
Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models na6j, nb6j, nc6j, nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, nf8j, and nv8j, manufactured from august 18, 2003, through november 16, 2011. Over time, the main b+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the b+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Consequence
If the b+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Corrective Action
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 17, 2013. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9390.
Notes
Hino's recall campaign number is a8310.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.
DEFECT #3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2012-12-04
Description
Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models na6j, nb6j, nc6j, nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, nf8j, and nv8j, manufactured from august 18, 2003, through november 16, 2011. Over time, the main b+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the b+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Consequence
If the b+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Corrective Action
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 17, 2013. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9390.
Notes
Hino's recall campaign number is a8310.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.
DEFECT #4 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Posted on: 2017-09-29
Description
Hino motor sales u.s.a., inc. (hino) is recalling certain 2011-2012 ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j trucks. The engines have a wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.
Consequence
Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the connecting rods. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed november 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is aa860.
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.