NHTSA recall 08V195000
Suspension › Front
Hino NA6J and 6 more
Reported Apr 30, 200816,805 vehicles affectedHINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.Maker’s number A5850
The defect
Hino IS recalling 16,805 my 2005-2008 NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. the two vertical right/left side front spring bracket bolts were not tightened properly during the assembly process. this may cause increased stress on the spring bracket which can lead to cracking of the bracket.
The risk
This could reduce steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the vertical front spring bracket attachment bolts on right/left hanger brackets and re-torque all associated bolts free of charge. the recall began on september 8, 2008. owners may contact hino at 248-699-9300.