Mitsubishi Fuso Fe434 (1987) – 04V522000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Trucks,The Steering System Knuckle Arm Was Designed With An Insufficient Strength Margin. Repeated Steering Operation While Stationary, Or Normal Vehicle Operation That Requires Frequent Repeated Steering Operation, Could Cause The Knuckle Arm To Crack.

Make Of Vehicle

MITSUBISHI FUSO

Model Of Vehicle

FE434

Year

1987

Recall Campaign Number

04V522000

Component Description

Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm

Effect Of Defect

If The Knuckle Arm Cracks, The Vehicle’S Steering Control Could Become Inoperative, Causing A Crash Without Warning.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Install And Modify The Steering Knuckle Arm Assembly, Inspect Toe-In And Adjust If Necessary. The Recall Began On January 13, 2005. Owners Should Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 1-877-711-0707.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

19861017

End Of Manufacture

19890324

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

4184

Date Owners Notified

20050113

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.

Date Report Received

20041103

Make Campaign Number

R3127810

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard