Recall 23V456000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE Defect in 2022-2023 HINO NJ7B
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,865 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 23V456000 |
| Manufacturer | Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,865 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Related Recalls for HINO
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V057000 | 2023 HINO NH7A | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 19,026 | |
| 24V075000 | 2023 HINO NM9A | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12,118 | |
| 23V756000 | 2023 HINO NJ7B | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | 985 | |
| 23V560000 | 2023 HINO CONVENTIONAL MODELS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT | 8,025 | |
| 23V541000 | 2022 HINO NJ7A | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 468 | |
| 23V457000 | 2023 HINO NE7A | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE | 64 | |
| 23V017000 | 2023 HINO S52 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR | 242 | |
| 22V898000 | 2022 HINO NJ7A | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 970 | |
| 22V647000 | 2023 HINO NJ7A | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) | 7 | |
| 22V128000 | 2022 HINO NJ7A | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 141 |