Recall 11V-549: 2011–2012 Hino NE8J

HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Nov 15, 2011, covering about 62 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-549
Report date
Nov 15, 2011
Vehicles affected
62
Owners notified
Apr 19, 2012

The problem

Hino motors is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ne8j trucks. During the assembly process, the steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued.

The risk

Insufficient torque of the steering arm bolts may result in bolt fatigue and fracture and/or arm separation, thereby potentially resulting in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the steering arm bolts 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

ManufacturerHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V549000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hino NE8J2011, 2012All 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-549?

Hino motors is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ne8j trucks. During the assembly process, the steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued.

How is recall 11V-549 fixed?

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the steering arm bolts 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.