Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #05V411000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V411000 by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.. Includes 301 affected units, IDLER GEAR BUSHING, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, the cylinder head idler gear bushing may have been improperly machined, causing excessive stress on the cylinder head gear shaft.

Corrective Action

Dealers will measure the inside diameter of the cylinder head idler gear bushing. if the bushing is out of specification, dealers will replace the idler gear bushing, idler gear shaft, and idler gear assembly free of charge. the recall began on december 20, 2005. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V411000

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2005-09-15T00:00:00

Subject: Idler gear bushing

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 301

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R3150510

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks, the cylinder head idler gear bushing may have been improperly machined, causing excessive stress on the cylinder head gear shaft.

Consequence Summary: Continued operation in this condition could cause the idler gear shaft flange to break and generate abnormal engine noise and/or engine oil leaks. in the worst case, the engine could stall and would not restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will measure the inside diameter of the cylinder head idler gear bushing. if the bushing is out of specification, dealers will replace the idler gear bushing, idler gear shaft, and idler gear assembly free of charge. the recall began on december 20, 2005. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-tru9~n4is_ckah

NHTSA ID: 05V411000

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Created At: 1742808662

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