Recall 18V178000: 2018–2019 Hino NE8J, 2018–2019 Hino NJ8J, 2018–2019 Hino NV8J
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 15, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 45
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it.
The risk
The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0.
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
- 2018 Hino NE8J
- 2019 Hino NE8J
- 2018 Hino NJ8J
- 2019 Hino NJ8J
- 2018 Hino NV8J
- 2019 Hino NV8J
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V178000
- Manufacturer campaign
- AA9Q0
- Manufacturer
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 14, 2018
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine (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