NHTSA Recall 02V029000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V029000; Date: Jan. 29, 2002
If the shaft breaks, braking distance would be extended due to the lack of brake booster function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Fuso Trk, Amer
Affected Units:: 836
Recall Summary:
On some heavy duty trucks, the vacuum pump shaft breaks due to insufficient heat treatment.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace the vacuum pump shaft assembly. Owner notification began February 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi fuso truck at 1-856-467-4500.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 15, 2002
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