NHTSA recall 12V545000
Fuel system, other › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D and 3 more
Reported Nov 23, 201213,644 vehicles affectedMitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.Maker’s number C1006110Built May 27, 2004 – Apr 27, 2007
The defect
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 FE83D, FE84D, FE85D, and FG84D trucks; manufactured from May 27, 2004, through May 14, 2007. The fuel pipes may crack due to an improper manufacturing process. Additionally, the fuel pipe flare nuts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
Cracked fuel pipes or loose fuel pipe flare nuts may leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
The remedy
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 21, 2013. Owners may contact MFTA at 1-856-467-4500.