Defect Description For Recall
Hino Is Recalling 130 My 2008-2009 Nd8J, Ne8J, Nj8J, And Nv8J Conventional Trucks. The Rear Axle U-Bolts Were Not Properly Tightened. The Lower Spring Seat May Not Contact The Axle Housing Properly, Producing A Gap On The Front Or Rear Side Of The Axle Housing.
Make Of Vehicle
CABLE CAR
Model Of Vehicle
TROLLEY BUS
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
08V667000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
This Gap Could Allow The U-Bolts To Loosen And/Or Cause The Lower Spring Seat To Crack. The Axle Could Become Misaligned And/Or Separated From The Mountings Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Rear Air Suspension Lower Spring Seat For A Gap Between The Rear Axle And Lower Spring Seat. The U-Bolts Will Be Tightened To The Specified Torque. The Recall Began On January 19, 2009. Owners May Contact Hino At 1-248-699-9330.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20060927
End Of Manufacture
20070427
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
130
Date Owners Notified
20090119
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Great American Trolley Co.
Date Report Received
20081218
Make Campaign Number
M0140