NHTSA Recall 06V483000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V483000; Date: Dec. 15, 2006
Any of these occurrences could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Hino Nd8j; 2007 Hino Nd8j; 2006 Hino Ne8j; 2007 Hino Ne8j; 2006 Hino Nj8j; 2007 Hino Nj8j; 2006 Hino Nv8j; 2007 Hino Nv8j
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: Hino Motors Sales U. S. A. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,599
Recall Summary:
On certain vehicles, during the stamping process, some crossmembers were manufactured with a deformation to the lower corners due to excessive wear of the stamping die. Over time, if this condition were ignored, the structural integrity of the crossmembers could be compromised which could result in a loss of braking ability, separation of the propeller shaft and/or a loss of rear warning lamps.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect, correct, and replace the crossmembers. The recall began on December 4, 2006. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-648-6400.
Recall Notes:
Hino recall no. M0070. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 4, 2006
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