3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Posted on: 2020-10-20
Description
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain 2019-2021 fec7t, feczt, fec9t vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Mfta will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began december 11, 2020. Owners may contact mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707. Mfta's number for this recall is c10114.
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.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Posted on: 2020-10-20
Description
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain 2019-2021 fec7t, feczt, and fec9t vehicles. The brake booster vacuum pump assembly may be affected by heat radiating off the exhaust manifold during normal engine operation. This heat can cause the diaphragm in the pump to crack, resulting in loss of vacuum in the vacuum pump.
Consequence
If loss of vacuum occurs, power brake assist may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the vacuum pump and install exhaust heat shields, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on june 28, 2021. Owners may contact mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707.
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.
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:SHACKLE
Posted on: 2021-07-30
Description
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain 2020-2021 fuso fec9t gas trucks. The front leaf spring rear-lower shackle bolts may be loose.
Consequence
Loose bolts can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, and replace any damaged shackles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to mailed september 27, 2021. Owners may contact mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707.
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.nhtsa.gov.