NHTSA recall 02V029000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum
Mitsubishi Fuso FE640
Reported Jan 29, 2002836 vehicles affectedMITSUBISHI FUSO TRK, AMERBuilt Jul 5, 2000 – Feb 19, 2001
The defect
On some heavy duty trucks, the vacuum pump shaft breaks due to insufficient heat treatment.
The risk
If the shaft breaks, braking distance would be extended due to the lack of brake booster function, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the vacuum pump shaft assembly. owner notification began february 15, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi fuso truck at 1-856-467-4500.