Mitsubishi Fuso Fk617 2004

Model Fk617 made in 2004 by Mitsubishi Fuso got 3 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to equipment. . Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, interior lighting and suspension.

Model 2004

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
09E010000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. E (Equipment)15604/15/2009MFRMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.03/30/200903/30/2009571108
Defect SummaryMitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) is recalling 156 halogen sealed beam high beam headlamp assemblies sold between october 24, 2007 and december 2, 2008 for use as replacement equipment for certain mitsubishi fuso trucks. these lamps fail to conform to the sae standards or recommended practices referenced in table i of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryThe purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries from motor vehicle crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.
Corrective SummaryMfta will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the safety recall began on april 15, 2009. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.
NotesMfta's recall no. c1003910.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 .
INTERIOR LIGHTING
04V437000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.from 04/14/1995 to 12/23/2003V (Vehicle)1610110/28/2005MFRMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.09/09/200409/10/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, the rebound cushion may stick to the hook hinge bracket, due to improper rubber composition of the cushion. this condition could result in the hook pin bracket remaining in the up (cab closed) position when the cab latch is unlocked. with the hook pin bracket in the up position, the cab tilt lock switch remains closed, improperly indicating that the cab latch is locked.
Consequence SummaryIf the cab latch is unlocked for any reason, the instrument panel cab lock indicator will not notify the driver that the cab tilt lock mechanism is in the unlocked position. a crash could occur without prior warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the rebound cushion with a modified component and adjust the cable tilt lock switch and bottom bracket at the rear cab mount. the recall began on october 28, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
NotesMitsubishi fuso recall no. s3026120.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB
04V478000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.from 05/23/2002 to 12/23/2003V (Vehicle)253710/28/2004MFRMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.10/07/200410/18/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks trucks equipped with an f040t front axle. the front wheel hub outer bearing lock nut may have been improperly tightened during assembly, and an insufficient amount of grease may have been applied to the outer bearing.
Consequence SummaryThese conditions could result in the outer bearing generating excessive heat and/or breaking, causing the vehicle to become disabled. the excessive heat could cause a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. the recall began on october 28, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
NotesMitsubishi fuso recall no. r3123510.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
SC-C-004069009/30/200910032585Mitsubishi truck: dpf caution label. enclosed is a replacement self adhesive diesel particulate filter (dpf) caution label to install over the existing label and a replacement dpf hang tag for the truck. the new label and hang tag better04/16/2010
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
SC-C-004069009/30/200910032585Mitsubishi truck: dpf caution label. enclosed is a replacement self adhesive diesel particulate filter (dpf) caution label to install over the existing label and a replacement dpf hang tag for the truck. the new label and hang tag better04/16/2010

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL
09/10/20081
 My 2005 galant has been experiencing brake problems i reported it to mitsubishi dealer before my warranty expired and they told me there was nothing wrong just a glaze. i finally took it somewhere else to get the brakes done they replaced the pads 2 weeks later the brakes started making noise since then i have taken them back for the same problem over and over again all they tell me, its a glaze but the noise gets louder. the engine also makes a clicking noise that doesn't sound right. *tr
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
04/13/20041
 I have a 1992 ply voyager. in 2004 i had to have the engine and transmission changed since both were defective. the engine was $4,251.25 and the transmission was $2501. i have the receipts. *tr
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
01/15/20081
 18 demeits ? horn not working repolled no reason bad vin# car turned off lo-jack. *tr