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Mitsubishi Fuso FEC52 Recall 13V421: Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

NHTSA campaign 13V421, reported September 12, 2013, 600 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V421Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Problem
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks. The transmission oil cooler hoses may leak transmission fluid (ATF) due to being secured with hose clamps that have an insufficient clamping force.
Risk
Leaking transmission fluid may prevent the transmission from shifting, rendering the transmission inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hose clamps, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi Fuso at 1-856-467-4500. Mitsubishi's recall number is C1006410.
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.

Affected vehicles

Mitsubishi Fuso FEC5220132014
Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7220132014
Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9220132014
Mitsubishi Fuso FGB7220132014