- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
- Problem
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain diesel engines in these trucks may have wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that can shift. When this happens, the cylinders can wear excessively.
Excessive cylinder wear can lead to engine failure while the truck is being driven, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and not ignore notices about it.
The repair is free. Authorized Hino dealers will inspect the engine and replace the connecting rods if needed. Owners with questions can contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hino NE8J | 20112012 |
|---|---|
| Hino NJ8J | 20112012 |
| Hino NV8J | 20112012 |