Mitsubishi Fuso Fm61f 2005

Model Fm61f made in 2005 by Mitsubishi Fuso got 3 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting and power train.

Model 2005

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 .
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
06V195000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.from 05/25/2004 to 12/27/2005V (Vehicle)104508/16/2006MFRMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.06/06/200606/06/2006
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, the automatic transmission (a/t) selector lever may have been improperly machined allowing excessive play in the lever, causing improper engagement of the p range (park).
Consequence SummaryThe transmission could remain in the r range (reverse) after shifting the vehicle into park allowing the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the a/t control lever assembly, a/t shift control cable and proper parking procedures label free of charge. the recall began on august 16, 2006. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-4500.
NotesMitsubishi fuso recall no. c1000720.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB
04V477000MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.from 05/25/2004 to 08/31/2004V (Vehicle)289210/28/2004MFRMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.10/07/200410/18/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks using an f060t or f070t 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.c0021113.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
100301010/18/200710023664Cab tilt caution label - certain 2005-2006 model year fk61f, fm61f, fm64f and fm65f trucks produced from september 6, 2004 through november 29, 2005. *nj01/23/2008