CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Problem
- Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J and NV8J trucks. The terminal bolts that secure the main fuse terminals within the fuse block may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in electrical arcing and overheating, or an engine shutdown.
- Risk
- An electrical arc or overheating can increase the risk of a fire. An engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten any loose terminal bolts and replace any damaged electrical harness, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0320.
- 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
Some 2018-2019 Hino medium-duty trucks may have main fuse terminal bolts in the fuse block that were not properly tightened during assembly. Loose terminals can cause electrical arcing and overheating, and in some cases may shut down the engine.
An electrical arc or overheating can increase the risk of a fire, and an engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash. If you own an affected truck, do not ignore warning signs such as unusual electrical odors, burning smells, or a sudden engine shutdown.
Hino will notify owners, and authorized dealers will tighten any loose terminal bolts and replace any damaged electrical harness at no cost to you. To check whether your vehicle is included, contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390 (Hino recall number M0320), and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hino NE8J | 20182019 |
|---|---|
| Hino NH8J | 20182019 |
| Hino NJ8J | 20182019 |
| Hino NV8J | 20182019 |