Recall 10V-157: 2009–2010 Hino NV8J

HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Apr 16, 2010, covering about 726 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-157
Report date
Apr 16, 2010
Vehicles affected
726
Owners notified
Nov 9, 2010

The problem

Hino is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 nv8j trucks. The u-joint attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.

The risk

If the bolts were to loosen it could cause a vibration in the driveline. If this vibration were ignored, the u-joint attachment bolts could shear and a portion of the propeller shaft could separate from the vehicle, thus falling onto the surface of the roadway and be struck by a vehicle resulting in a crash.

The fix

Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 9, 2010. Owners may contact hino at 248-699-9330.

Notes

Hino recall no. M0150.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.
ComponentPower Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V157000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hino NV8J2009, 2010All 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 10V-157?

Hino is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 nv8j trucks. The u-joint attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.

How is recall 10V-157 fixed?

Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 9, 2010. Owners may contact hino at 248-699-9330.

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.