Hino Nv8j 2009

Model Nv8j made in 2009 by Hino got 6 recalls as well as 8 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and engine and engine cooling.

Model 2009

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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
10V154000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 10/27/2007 to 07/15/2009V (Vehicle)571MFRHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.04/15/201004/15/2010
Defect SummaryHino is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 nv8j trucks equipped with allison 3000 rds automatic transmission. the drive coupler bolts may not have been properly tightened at the factory due to the incorrect tool possibly being used during the manufacturing process.
Consequence SummaryIf the drive coupler bolts were to loosen it could cause a vibration in the driveline. if this vibration were ignored, the drive coupler bolts could shear and the coupling between the engine and torque converter would not transmit power. this ultimately could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryHino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 2, 2010. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.
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 .
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
10V156000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 07/16/2008 to 06/11/2009V (Vehicle)89MFRHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.04/16/201004/16/2010
Defect SummaryHino is recalling certain trucks with vertical exhaust pipes. certain bolts attaching the exhaust system to the truck may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process. the bolts could fail allowing the exhaust system to separate from the truck.
Consequence SummaryThe exhaust system could fall onto the roadway and be struck by a following vehicle resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryHino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 2, 2010. owners may contact hino at 248-699-9330.
NotesHino recall no. m0180.owners 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 .
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT
10V157000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 08/18/2008 to 07/27/2009V (Vehicle)726MFRHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.04/16/201004/16/2010
Defect SummaryHino is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 nv8j trucks. the u-joint attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.
Consequence SummaryIf the bolts were to loosen it could cause a vibration in the driveline. if this vibration were ignored, the u-joint attachment bolts could shear and a portion of the propeller shaft could separate from the vehicle, thus falling onto the surface of the roadway and be struck by a vehicle resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryHino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 2, 2010. owners may contact hino at 248-699-9330.
NotesHino recall no. m0150.owners 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 .
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
08V471000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 02/05/2007 to 02/29/2008V (Vehicle)119510/14/2008MFRHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.09/18/200809/22/2008
Defect SummaryHino is recalling 1,195 my 2007-2009 nv8j trucks. during the manufacturing process, the propeller shaft bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.
Consequence SummaryIf the bolts were to loosen, it could cause a vibration in the driveline. if this vibration were ignored, the propeller shaft could separate from the mating flange. this could potentially result in damage to property and/or result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the propeller shaft bolts. the recall began on october 14, 2008. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9300.
NotesHino recall no. m0120.customers 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.
SUSPENSION - REAR
08V667000HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.from 10/22/2007 to 09/04/2008V (Vehicle)13001/19/2009MFRHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.12/18/200812/16/2008
Defect SummaryHino 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 SummaryThis 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 SummaryDealers 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.
NotesHino recall no. m0140.customers 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 .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
SB-R-003403/03/200910028857Hino trucks: abnormal noise and vibration within the engine occurs due to the impeded operation of the injector needle which is caused by the formation of deposits in the fuel. *pe06/03/2009
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
SB-R-003403/03/200910028857Hino trucks: abnormal noise and vibration within the engine occurs due to the impeded operation of the injector needle which is caused by the formation of deposits in the fuel. *pe06/03/2009
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
SB-R-003003/03/200910028851Hino truck: abnormal noise and vibration within the engine occurs due to the impeded operation of the injector needle which is caused by the formation of deposits in the fuel. *pe06/03/2009
SB-R-003303/03/200910028855Hino truck: the davco fuel filter assembly has been improved to prevent the effusion of air into the fuel system. *pe06/03/2009
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
SL-R-003103/03/200910028859Hino trucks: abnormal noise and vibration within the engine occurs due to the impeded operation of the injector needle which is caused by the formation of deposits in the fuel. *pe06/03/2009
SB-R-003003/03/200910028851Hino truck: abnormal noise and vibration within the engine occurs due to the impeded operation of the injector needle which is caused by the formation of deposits in the fuel. *pe06/03/2009
SB-R-002903/03/200910028850Hino trucks: the fuel tank breather hose(s) has been modified to prevent water from entering into the fuel tank(s). *pe06/03/2009
SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER
C-000509/13/200810026584Hino trucks: incorrect shock absorbers on rear air suspensions. incorrect length shock absorbers may have been installed on the rear, driver and or passenger sides of subject trucks. *pe11/14/2008