Recall 04V-202: 2005 Hino NA6J, 2005 Hino NB6J and 4 more
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Apr 28, 2004, covering about 810 vehicles.
The problem
On certain trucks, the pinch bolt nut of the yoke connecting the steering gearbox and the steering wheel shaft backed out.
The risk
This could cause the yoke and the steering wheel shaft to separate which could result in loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and retorque the pinch bolt nut as necessary. Owner notification began may 7, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.
Notes
Hino recall no. A3370.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V202000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hino NA6J | 2005 | All years |
| Hino NB6J | 2005 | All years |
| Hino NC6J | 2005 | All years |
| Hino ND8J | 2005 | All years |
| Hino NE8J | 2005 | All years |
| Hino NV8J | 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-202?
On certain trucks, the pinch bolt nut of the yoke connecting the steering gearbox and the steering wheel shaft backed out.
How is recall 04V-202 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and retorque the pinch bolt nut as necessary. Owner notification began may 7, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.