Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V678000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V678000 by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc.. Affecting model year 2012-2015 xjc and xfc vehicles manufactured february 17, 2011, to october 31, 2014 Includes 2,641 affected units, Brake Warning Lamp/FMVSS 105, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012-2015 xjc and xfc vehicles manufactured february 17, 2011, to october 31, 2014

Defect Summary

Hino motors sales u.s.a., inc. (hino motors) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 xjc and xfc vehicles manufactured february 17, 2011, to october 31, 2014. the brake warning lamp that is supposed to illuminate in the event of a loss of brake fluid pressure or that there is low brake fluid may not operate correctly due to a software programming issue. thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standards no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems."

Corrective Action

Hino motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the abs ecu, free of charge. the recall began on december 19, 2014. owners may contact hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V678000
Report Received Date: 2014-10-28T00:00:00
Subject: Brake warning lamp/fmvss 105
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 2,641

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hino motors sales u.s.a., inc. (hino motors) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 xjc and xfc vehicles manufactured february 17, 2011, to october 31, 2014. the brake warning lamp that is supposed to illuminate in the event of a loss of brake fluid pressure or that there is low brake fluid may not operate correctly due to a software programming issue. thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standards no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems."
Consequence Summary: If the warning lamp does not illuminate in the event of low pressure or low brake fluid volume, the driver will not be warned of the potential for a reduction or loss of braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Hino motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the abs ecu, free of charge. the recall began on december 19, 2014. owners may contact hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.58

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NHTSA ID: 14V678000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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