Recall 07V-138: 2001–2002, 2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640, 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D and 4 more
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Mar 26, 2007, covering about 8,712 vehicles.
The problem
On certain trucks, the cylinder head idler gear bushing may have been improperly machined, causing excessive stress on the cylinder head idler gear shaft. Continued operating in this condition could cause the idler gear shaft flange to break and generate abnormal engine noise or engine oil leaks.
The risk
The engine could stall and would not restart increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
On vehicles with less than 15,000 miles, if the idler gear and bushing assembly, idler gear shaft and bolt will be replaced. If the mileage is more than 15,000 miles, the inside diameter of the idler gear bushing will be measured and if the bushing measures more than 32.043mm (1.262"), the idler gear and bushing assembly, idler gear shaft and bolt will be replaced. The recall began on august 13, 2007. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1002210.customers may 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 | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V138000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE640 | 2001, 2002, 2004 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D | 2005 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FH210 | 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 07V-138?
On certain trucks, the cylinder head idler gear bushing may have been improperly machined, causing excessive stress on the cylinder head idler gear shaft. Continued operating in this condition could cause the idler gear shaft flange to break and generate abnormal engine noise or engine oil leaks.
How is recall 07V-138 fixed?
On vehicles with less than 15,000 miles, if the idler gear and bushing assembly, idler gear shaft and bolt will be replaced. If the mileage is more than 15,000 miles, the inside diameter of the idler gear bushing will be measured and if the bushing measures more than 32.043mm (1.262"), the idler gear and bushing assembly, idler gear shaft and bolt will be replaced. The recall began on august 13, 2007. 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.