Recall 11V-537: 2012 Hino ND8J, 2012 Hino NE8J and 2 more
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 3, 2011, covering about 312 vehicles.
The problem
Hino is recalling certain model 2012 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j commercial trucks manufactured from july 25, 2011, through september 16, 2011. During assembly, the wheel-end retainer on the front or rear axle may have been installed incorrectly.
The risk
The wheel-hub and axle shaft can separate from the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
The fix
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle assemblies and, if the axle is found to be incorrectly assembled, dealers will replace the wheel end retaining hardware free of charge. The safety recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9390.
Notes
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
| Manufacturer | HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V537000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hino ND8J | 2012 | All years |
| Hino NE8J | 2012 | All years |
| Hino NJ8J | 2012 | All years |
| Hino NV8J | 2012 | 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 11V-537?
Hino is recalling certain model 2012 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j commercial trucks manufactured from july 25, 2011, through september 16, 2011. During assembly, the wheel-end retainer on the front or rear axle may have been installed incorrectly.
How is recall 11V-537 fixed?
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle assemblies and, if the axle is found to be incorrectly assembled, dealers will replace the wheel end retaining hardware free of charge. The safety recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9390.
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.