NHTSA Recall 11V013000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V013000; Date: Jan. 19, 2011
In the event that the rear tank air pressure was depleted, braking function would be lost and the automatic engagement of the spring brakes will not occur, possibly resulting in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Hino Nj8j; 2011 Hino Nv8j
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: Hino Motors Sales U. S. A. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 146
Recall Summary:
Hino is recalling certain model year 2011 nj8j and nv8j heavy trucks manufactured from October 26, 2009, through October 1, 2010. Two of the airlines to the front and rear air tanks may have been installed incorrectly.
How to Fix:
Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on March 1, 2011. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9300.
Recall Notes:
Hino's recall campaign number is m0200. 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: Mar 1, 2011
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