Recall 06V-169: 2004–2005 Genie TZ-50, 2005–2007 Hino NA6J and 6 more
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on May 18, 2006, covering about 5,072 vehicles.
The problem
On certain trucks, during assembly, the drag link attachment nuts at the pitman arm and steering arm may have been incorrectly torqued. Residual grease and paint which was applied as a rust inhibitor on the steering arm may have contributed to a loss of torque after assembly.
The risk
Increased wear for the draglink connections can occur creating a noticeable increase in the amount of steering wheel free play. If this condition was ignored, a loss of steering control of the vehicle could occur which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering arm tightness and remove all grease and paint from the steering arms and retorque the draglink attachment nuts at the steering arm and pitman arm. The recall began on may 12, 2006. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-648-6430.
Notes
Hino recall no. M0050.customers may 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 | HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V169000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Genie TZ-50 | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Hino NA6J | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Hino NB6J | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Hino NC6J | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Hino ND6J | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Hino NE8J | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Hino NJ8J | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Hino NV8J | 2005, 2006, 2007 | 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 06V-169?
On certain trucks, during assembly, the drag link attachment nuts at the pitman arm and steering arm may have been incorrectly torqued. Residual grease and paint which was applied as a rust inhibitor on the steering arm may have contributed to a loss of torque after assembly.
How is recall 06V-169 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the steering arm tightness and remove all grease and paint from the steering arms and retorque the draglink attachment nuts at the steering arm and pitman arm. The recall began on may 12, 2006. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-648-6430.
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.