NHTSA Recall 06V196000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V196000; Date: Jun. 7, 2006
The brake pipe could crack, allowing brake fluid to leak, decreasing braking performance and causing a crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Mitsubishi Fuso Fm61f; 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso Fm64f
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 69
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, an excessive amount of weld material may be present on the rear axle housing at the joint retainer. The clearance between the joint retainer and brake connector may be beyond specification and could cause the attaching bolt to loosen allowing the brake pipe to vibrate.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and remove excessive weld material and repair free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2006. Owners may contact Mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-3917.
Recall Notes:
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1000810. Customers 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.
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