CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
- Problem
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2022-2023 NE7A, NE7B, NJ7A, NJ7B, NV7A, and NV7B vehicles. The driver-side U-bolts that secure the front axle to the leaf spring assembly may come loose and detach.
- Risk
- Loose or detached U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the front axle U-bolts. In addition, dealers will replace related parts, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AAUW0.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2022-2023 Hino medium-duty trucks may have driver-side U-bolts that secure the front axle to the leaf spring assembly coming loose or detaching. If the U-bolts loosen or separate, the vehicle can lose handling and control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and tighten the front axle U-bolts and replace related parts as necessary. All repairs are performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 31, 2023. If you have questions, you can contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390 (recall number AAUW0).
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls and schedule the free repair with an authorized Hino dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hino NE7A | 20222023 |
|---|---|
| Hino NE7B | 20222023 |
| Hino NJ7A | 20222023 |
| Hino NJ7B | 20222023 |
| Hino NV7A | 20222023 |
| Hino NV7B | 20222023 |