NHTSA Recall 08V471000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V471000; Date: Sep. 18, 2008
If the bolts were to loosen, it could cause a vibration in the driveline. If this vibration were ignored, the propeller shaft could separate from the mating flange. This could potentially result in damage to property and/or result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Hino Nv8j; 2008 Hino Nv8j; 2009 Hino Nv8j
Component: Power Train:driveline
Manufactured by: Hino Motors Sales U. S. A. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,195
Recall Summary:
Hino is recalling 1,195 my 2007-2009 nv8j trucks. During the manufacturing process, the propeller shaft bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the propeller shaft bolts. The recall began on October 14, 2008. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9300.
Recall Notes:
Hino recall no. M0120. 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: Oct 14, 2008
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