Recall 12V545000: 2005–2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, 2005–2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D, 2005–2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 23, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 13,644
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 FE83D, FE84D, FE85D, and FG84D trucks; manufactured from May 27, 2004, through May 14, 2007. The fuel pipes may crack due to an improper manufacturing process. Additionally, the fuel pipe flare nuts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
Cracked fuel pipes or loose fuel pipe flare nuts may leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 21, 2013. Owners may contact MFTA at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
MFTA's recall campaign number is C1006110.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 www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D
- 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D
- 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D
- 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D
- 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D
- 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D
- 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D
- 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D
- 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D
- 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D
- 2006 Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D
- 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V545000
- Manufacturer campaign
- C1006110
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 21, 2013
- Components
- Fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
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