Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15V850000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V850000 by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2012-2015 fec52, fec72, fec92, and fgb72 trucks manufactured april 8, 2011, to july 22, 2014 Includes 9,456 affected units, Fuel Return Hose may Deteriorate and cause Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012-2015 fec52, fec72, fec92, and fgb72 trucks manufactured april 8, 2011, to july 22, 2014

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 fec52, fec72, fec92, and fgb72 trucks manufactured april 8, 2011, to july 22, 2014. the affected vehicles have a fuel return hose that may deteriorate due to being exposed to chemicals or lubricants, causing the hose to swell and detach.

Corrective Action

Mfta will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel return hose, replacing it with an improved hose, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on february 15, 2016. owners may call mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707. mfta's number for this recall is c1008210.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V850000
Report Received Date: 2015-12-18T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel return hose may deteriorate and cause leak
Component: Fuel System, Diesel
Potentially Affected Units: 9,456

Details

MFR Campaign Number: C1008210
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 fec52, fec72, fec92, and fgb72 trucks manufactured april 8, 2011, to july 22, 2014. the affected vehicles have a fuel return hose that may deteriorate due to being exposed to chemicals or lubricants, causing the hose to swell and detach.
Consequence Summary: If the fuel hose detaches a fuel leak may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Mfta will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel return hose, replacing it with an improved hose, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on february 15, 2016. owners may call mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707. mfta's number for this recall is c1008210.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 84.38

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NHTSA ID: 15V850000
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Created At: 1742808662
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