Recall 10V156000: 2010 Hino ND8J, 2009–2010 Hino NJ8J, 2009–2010 Hino NV8J
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 16, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 89
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hino is recalling certain trucks with vertical exhaust pipes. Certain bolts attaching the exhaust system to the truck may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process. The bolts could fail allowing the exhaust system to separate from the truck.
The risk
The exhaust system could fall onto the roadway and be struck by a following vehicle resulting in a crash.
The 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 248-699-9330.
Notes
Hino recall no. M0180.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Hino ND8J
- 2009 Hino NJ8J
- 2010 Hino NJ8J
- 2009 Hino NV8J
- 2010 Hino NV8J
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V156000
- Manufacturer campaign
- M0180
- Manufacturer
- HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.
- Owner letters
- Nov 9, 2010
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology