Hino 2018–2019 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled March 15, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18V178000 · Hino
Hazard
The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0.
Units
45 units
Description
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it.
What to do
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0.
Product
Hino NE8J · Hino NJ8J · Hino NV8J
Manufacturer(s)
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →