Recall 16V116000: 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52, 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC72, 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC92 +1 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 29, 2016
Vehicles affected
853
Models
4
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92 trucks manufactured February 4, 2011, to March 31, 2015, and 2012-2015 FGB72 trucks manufactured June 22, 2011, to April 8, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional cold weather PVC heater kit. In these vehicles, the PVC pipe heater wiring may chafe on a metal clamp possibly resulting in the wire short circuiting.

The risk

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PVC pipe heater, free of charge. The recall began on April 6, 2016. Owners may call MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C1008310.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V116000
Manufacturer campaign
C1008310
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Owner letters
Apr 6, 2016
Components
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) (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