Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V667000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V667000 by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc.. Includes 130 affected units, AIR SUSPENSION REAR AXLE U-BOLTS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Hino is recalling 130 my 2008-2009 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j conventional trucks. the rear axle u-bolts were not properly tightened. the lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. the u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. the recall began on january 19, 2009. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V667000

Manufacturer: Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-12-18T00:00:00

Subject: Air suspension rear axle u-bolts

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 130

Details

MFR Campaign Number: M0140

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Hino is recalling 130 my 2008-2009 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j conventional trucks. the rear axle u-bolts were not properly tightened. the lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing.

Consequence Summary: This gap could allow the u-bolts to loosen and/or cause the lower spring seat to crack. the axle could become misaligned and/or separated from the mountings increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. the u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. the recall began on january 19, 2009. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V667000

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