Recall 08V195000: 2005–2008 Hino NC6J and 2 other models

Report received

Apr 30, 2008

Manufacturer

Hino motors sales u.s.a., inc.

Potentially affected

16,805vehicles

Model years

2005–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Hino is recalling 16,805 my 2005-2008 na6j, nb6j, nc6j, nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j trucks. The two vertical right/left side front spring bracket bolts were not tightened properly during the assembly process. This may cause increased stress on the spring bracket which can lead to cracking of the bracket.

Possible consequence

This could reduce steering control increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the vertical front spring bracket attachment bolts on right/left hanger brackets and re-torque all associated bolts free of charge. The recall began on september 8, 2008. Owners may contact hino at 248-699-9300.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2005 Hino NA6J0 complaints
• 2006 Hino NA6J1 complaints
• 2007 Hino NA6J0 complaints
• 2008 Hino NA6J0 complaints
• 2005 Hino NC6J1 complaints
• 2006 Hino NC6J0 complaints
• 2007 Hino NC6J0 complaints
• 2008 Hino NC6J0 complaints
• 2005 Hino NV8J0 complaints
• 2006 Hino NV8J0 complaints
• 2007 Hino NV8J1 complaints
• 2008 Hino NV8J0 complaints