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 2023 NE7A, NJ7A, and NV7A vehicles. The front axle U-bolts that secure the front leaf spring assembly may be over-tightened, which can cause the U-bolts to break and detach.
- Risk
- Broken U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts and upper seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0420.
- 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 2023 Hino NE7A, NJ7A, and NV7A trucks may have front axle U-bolts that were over-tightened during assembly. These U-bolts secure the front leaf spring assembly to the axle, and over-tightening can cause them to break and detach.
If a U-bolt breaks, the vehicle may lose proper handling and control, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should treat this as a safety issue and have their vehicle inspected and repaired as soon as possible.
Dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts and upper seats at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. You can contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390 and reference recall M0420. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hino NE7A | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Hino NJ7A | 2023 |
| Hino NV7A | 2023 |