NHTSA Recall 08V667000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V667000; Date: Dec. 18, 2008
This gap could allow the u-bolts to loosen and/or cause the lower spring seat to crack. The axle could become misaligned and/or separated from the mountings increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Cable Car Trolley Bus; 2009 Hino Nd8j; 2009 Hino Ne8j; 2009 Hino Nj8j; 2009 Hino Nv8j
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Hino Motors Sales U. S. A. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 130
Recall Summary:
Hino is recalling 130 my 2008-2009 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j conventional trucks. The rear axle u-bolts were not properly tightened. The lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. The u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. The recall began on January 19, 2009. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.
Recall Notes:
Hino recall no. M0140. 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: Jan 19, 2009
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