NHTSA Recall 17V607000
Filed by Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.. Component: Engine And Engine Cooling. Reported 2017-09-28. An estimated 3,224 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2011-2012 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engines have a wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.
Risk
Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the connecting rods. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 27, 2017. The recall began on March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is AA860.
Manufacturer campaign number: AA860
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.