CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, FEC9T vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.
- Risk
- Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C10114.
- 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
The exhaust pipe studs and nuts on certain trucks may not have been tightened properly at the factory. Loose exhaust mounting can allow hot exhaust gases to leak out, which increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Owners will be notified by mail, but you can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls on NHTSA's website and contact Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America customer service at 1-877-711-0707, referencing recall C10114.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T | 201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T | 201920202021 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso Feczt | 201920202021 |