Recall 20V646000: 2019–2021 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T, 2019–2021 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T, 2019–2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Feczt
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 19, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 4,294
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, FEC9T vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.
The risk
Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C10114.
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
- 2019 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T
- 2020 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T
- 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T
- 2019 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T
- 2020 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T
- 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T
- 2019 Mitsubishi Fuso Feczt
- 2020 Mitsubishi Fuso Feczt
- 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Feczt
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V646000
- Manufacturer campaign
- C10114
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 11, 2020
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (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