Recall 07V-229: 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, 2005–2006 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and 2 more
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jun 4, 2007, covering about 5,090 vehicles.
The problem
On certain medium duty trucks, the brake vacuum hose may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness allowing the hose to collapse during normal vehicle operation.
The risk
Continued operation of this vehicle in this condition could (1) with respect to the fe83d fe84d, and fg84d models, restrict proper operation of the brake power-assist and compromise braking performance; and (2) with respect to the fe85d model, restrict proper operation of the exhaust brake system. Either occurrence could lead to compromised braking performance and increased braking distances, which could cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake vacuum hose with a hose manufactured with walls of proper thickness. The recall began on august 20, 2007. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-3917.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no.c1002510.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 | MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V229000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model 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 |
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-229?
On certain medium duty trucks, the brake vacuum hose may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness allowing the hose to collapse during normal vehicle operation.
How is recall 07V-229 fixed?
Dealers will replace the brake vacuum hose with a hose manufactured with walls of proper thickness. The recall began on august 20, 2007. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-3917.
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.