NHTSA Recall 10V154000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V154000; Date: Apr. 15, 2010
If the drive coupler bolts were to loosen it could cause a vibration in the driveline. If this vibration were ignored, the drive coupler bolts could shear and the coupling between the engine and torque converter would not transmit power. This ultimately could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Hino Nv8j; 2009 Hino Nv8j; 2010 Hino Nv8j
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Hino Motors Sales U. S. A. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 571
Recall Summary:
Hino is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 nv8j trucks equipped with allison 3000 rds automatic transmission. The drive coupler bolts may not have been properly tightened at the factory due to the incorrect tool possibly being used during the manufacturing process.
How to Fix:
Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 9, 2010. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.
Recall Notes:
Owners 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: Nov 9, 2010
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