Recall 17V607000: 2011–2012 Hino NE8J, 2011–2012 Hino NJ8J, 2011–2012 Hino NV8J
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 28, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 3,224
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2011-2012 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engines have a wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.
The risk
Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the connecting rods. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 27, 2017. The recall began on March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is AA860.
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
- 2011 Hino NE8J
- 2012 Hino NE8J
- 2011 Hino NJ8J
- 2012 Hino NJ8J
- 2011 Hino NV8J
- 2012 Hino NV8J
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V607000
- Manufacturer campaign
- AA860
- Manufacturer
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 19, 2018
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel (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