Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15V504000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V504000 by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2012-2016 fec52 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to march 31, 2015, and 2012-2013 fec72 and fec92 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to january 9, 2013 Includes 7,104 affected units, Brake Pad Shims may Corrode, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2012-2016 fec52 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to march 31, 2015, and 2012-2013 fec72 and fec92 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to january 9, 2013

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 fec52 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to march 31, 2015, and 2012-2013 fec72 and fec92 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to january 9, 2013. the affected vehicles have brake pad shims that may rust or corrode after exposure to snow and ice melting chemicals that have been applied to roadways.

Corrective Action

Mfta will notify owners, and dealers will replace any steel brake pad shims with stainless steel shims, free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2015. owners may call mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707. mfta's number for this recall is c1008010.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V504000
Report Received Date: 2015-08-11T00:00:00
Subject: Brake pad shims may corrode
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 7,104

Details

MFR Campaign Number: C1008010
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 fec52 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to march 31, 2015, and 2012-2013 fec72 and fec92 vehicles manufactured february 3, 2011, to january 9, 2013. the affected vehicles have brake pad shims that may rust or corrode after exposure to snow and ice melting chemicals that have been applied to roadways.
Consequence Summary: Rust or corrosion will result in swelling of the shims causing an increased brake pedal stroke. the extra brake travel may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mfta will notify owners, and dealers will replace any steel brake pad shims with stainless steel shims, free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2015. owners may call mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707. mfta's number for this recall is c1008010.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.02

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