Mitsubishi Fuso Fec72 2013

Model Fec72 made in 2013 by Mitsubishi Fuso got 3 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Technical service bulletines regarding power train. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and fuel system, other.

Model 2013

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
12V424000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. V (Vehicle)4885MFRMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.08/31/201208/31/2012
Defect SummaryMitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012 fgb72 and model year 2012-2013 fec52, fec72, fec92 trucks. the low pressure fuel return hose and filter may have been improperly routed at the hose clamp near the filter. this could allow the fuel hose to slip off of the filter, causing a fuel leak.
Consequence SummaryLeaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective SummaryMfta will notify owners, and dealers will correct the hose and filter routing and add a clip to the fuel return hose, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on october 19, 2012. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.
NotesMfta's recall campaign number is c1005410.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 www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL FILTER
12V524000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.from 04/08/2011 to 09/25/2012V (Vehicle)652012/20/2012MFRMitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.10/25/201211/06/2012
Defect SummaryMitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 fec52, fec72, fec92, and fgb72 trucks. the fuel line may disconnect from the fuel filter head due to an improperly machined connector.
Consequence SummaryAs the fuel line loosens and detaches it may leak fuel. leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source such as high temperature components may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective SummaryMfta will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected fuel filter head, free of charge. the safety recall began on december 19, 2012. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.
NotesMfta's recall campaign number is c1005710.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 www.safercar.gov.
PARKING BRAKE
12V534000Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.from 04/15/2011 to 10/16/2012V (Vehicle)653812/19/2012MFRMitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.11/06/201211/09/2012
Defect SummaryMitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 fec52, fec72, fec92, and fgb72 trucks; manufactured from april 8, 2011, through october 16, 2012. the parking brake cable nut may have been insufficiently tightened during assembly. as a result, the parking brake cable could loosen with each operation of the parking brake.
Consequence SummaryContinued use of the parking brake could result in the inability for it to hold the vehicle stationary. this may lead to a truck rollaway increasing the risk of pedestrian injury or a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryMfta will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the parking brake nut, free of charge. the safety recall began on december 19, 2012. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.
NotesMfta's recall campaign number is c1005810.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 www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PIC-100532011/01/201210051523Fuso: duonic transmission assembly will be replaced, after inspection, if atf fluid reservoir level is more than 200cc low. models 2012-2013 fec52, fec72, fec92, fgb72. *pe03/12/2013