Recall 05V-304: 1999–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FE639, 2001–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640 and 3 more
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jun 29, 2005, covering about 15,549 vehicles.
The problem
On certain medium duty trucks, rust build-up on the automatic transmission (A/t) shift linkage may cause the linkage to bind. Rust build-up is accelerated in geographic locations that are situated near large bodies of salt water, or in regions with heavy snow/ice melting compound usage in winter months.
The risk
The effort required to operate the a/t shift control lever may increase if the linkage binds due to rust build-up. The shift control lever may become inoperative, or the physical shift lever position on the shift lever housing gear indicator may not match the actual gear selection at the transmission.
The fix
Dealers will install a modified a/t shift control lever assembly. The recall began on september 26, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C0028810.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever and Linkage › Floor Shift |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V304000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE639 | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE640 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE649 | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FG639 | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FH210 | 2003, 2004 | 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 05V-304?
On certain medium duty trucks, rust build-up on the automatic transmission (A/t) shift linkage may cause the linkage to bind. Rust build-up is accelerated in geographic locations that are situated near large bodies of salt water, or in regions with heavy snow/ice melting compound usage in winter months.
How is recall 05V-304 fixed?
Dealers will install a modified a/t shift control lever assembly. The recall began on september 26, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
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.