NHTSA Recall 04V570000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V570000; Date: Dec. 3, 2004
If this condition occurs in the area of the fuel injection pump, the engine starter could short circuit if the clamp drops onto the starter terminal. This could prevent the engine from starting. Excessive heat from the short circuit could cause a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640; 2002 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640; 2003 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640; 2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640; 2003 Mitsubishi Fuso FH210; 2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FH210
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 3,674
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, the rubber portion of the fuel injection pipe clamps could deteriorate. Normal vehicle operation could cause the deteriorated clamp to loosen and drip.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove each clamp and inspect for rubber deterioration and will replace the clamp if the rubber deterioration is evident. Dealers will replace the attaching hardware and apply adhesive to prevent the bolts/nuts from loosening and inspect for a rubber cap on the starter motor's terminal and install a cap if one is not present to prevent a short circuit. The recall began on January 13, 2005. Owners should contact Mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
Recall Notes:
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. R3125410. Customers can 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: Jan 13, 2005
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