Hino Nj8j 2012

Model Nj8j made in 2012 by Hino got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, power train.

Model 2012

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
12V555000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 08/18/2003 to 11/16/2011V (Vehicle)3516801/17/2013MFRHino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.12/03/201212/04/2012
Defect SummaryHino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models na6j, nb6j, nc6j, nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, nf8j, and nv8j, manufactured from august 18, 2003, through november 16, 2011. over time, the main b+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the b+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Consequence SummaryIf the b+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Corrective SummaryHino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 17, 2013. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9390.
NotesHino's recall campaign number is a8310.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
11V537000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 07/25/2011 to 09/16/2011V (Vehicle)04/19/2012MFRHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.11/03/201111/09/2011
Defect SummaryHino is recalling certain model 2012 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j commercial trucks manufactured from july 25, 2011, through september 16, 2011. during assembly, the wheel-end retainer on the front or rear axle may have been installed incorrectly.
Consequence SummaryThe wheel-hub and axle shaft can separate from the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryHino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle assemblies and, if the axle is found to be incorrectly assembled, dealers will replace the wheel end retaining hardware free of charge. the safety recall began on april 19, 2012. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9390.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .