2002 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 2002 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640. Newest first.
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) IS recalling 156 halogen sealed beam high beam headlamp assemblies sold between october 24, 2007 and december 2, 2008 for use as replacement equipment for certain mitsubishi fuso trucks. these lamps fail to conform to the sae standards or recommended practices referenced in table I of federal motor vehicle safety…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The purpose of this standard IS to reduce deaths and injuries from motor vehicle crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.
Remedy
Mfta will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the safety recall began on april 15, 2009. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.
Mitsubishi fuso IS recalling 15,549 my 1999-2004 fe639, fe649, and fg639 trucks; my 2001-2004 fe640, and my 2003-2004 fh210 trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. normal heat emanating from the exhaust pipe may cause the automatic transmission shift linkage to deform. the effort required to operate the automatic transmission shift control lever may…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The shift control lever may become inoperative, or the physical shift lever position on the shift lever housing gear indicator may not match the actual gear selection at the transmission.
Remedy
Dealers will install a modified automatic transmission shift control lever assembly free of charge. the recall began on august 6, 2008. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
On certain trucks, the cylinder head idler gear bushing may have been improperly machined, causing excessive stress on the cylinder head idler gear shaft. continued operating in this condition could cause the idler gear shaft flange to break and generate abnormal engine noise or engine oil leaks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The engine could stall and would not restart increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
On vehicles with less than 15,000 miles, if the idler gear and bushing assembly, idler gear shaft and bolt will be replaced. if the mileage IS more than 15,000 miles, the inside diameter of the idler gear bushing will be measured and if the bushing measures more than 32.043mm (1.262"), the idler gear and bushing assembly, idler gear shaft and bolt will be replaced. the recall began on august 13, 2007. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
On certain medium duty trucks, the cylinder head idler gear shaft bolt may have been insufficiently tightened during initial assembly. continued operation in this condition could cause the bolt to loosen, resulting in abnormal noise from improper gear alignment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The bolt could break, causing the engine to stall and not restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check the idler shaft bolt. if the bolt cannot be removed by hand, a modified idler shaft bolt will be installed. if the bolt IS loose enough to be removed by hand, a new idler gear, idler shaft, and a modified idler shaft bolt will be installed. the recall began on december 20, 2005. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
On certain medium duty trucks, the rear engine support bracket IS composed of materials of insufficient strength. normal vehicle vibrations may cause the bracket to crack.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the vehicle IS continually operated in this condition, the bracket may break apart, causing the transmission to drop out of alignment with the drive train.
Remedy
Dealers will install a modified rear engine support bracket. the recall began on september 26, 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
On certain medium duty trucks, rust build-up on the automatic transmission (a/t) shift linkage may cause the linkage to bind. rust build-up IS accelerated in geographic locations that are situated near large bodies of salt water, or in regions with heavy snow/ice melting compound usage in winter months.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The effort required to operate the a/t shift control lever may increase if the linkage binds due to rust build-up. the shift control lever may become inoperative, or the physical shift lever position on the shift lever housing gear indicator may not match the actual gear selection at the transmission.
Remedy
Dealers will install a modified a/t shift control lever assembly. the recall began on september 26, 2005. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
On certain trucks, the rubber portion of the fuel injection pipe clamps could deteriorate. normal vehicle operation could cause the deteriorated clamp to loosen and drip.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this condition occurs in the area of the fuel injection pump, the engine starter could short circuit if the clamp drops onto the starter terminal. this could prevent the engine from starting. excessive heat from the short circuit could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will remove each clamp and inspect for rubber deterioration and will replace the clamp if the rubber deterioration IS evident. dealers will replace the attaching hardware and apply adhesive to prevent the bolts/nuts from loosening and inspect for a rubber cap on the starter motor's terminal and install a cap if one IS not present to prevent a short circuit. the recall began on january 13, 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10240443This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
- 10235606This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10191962This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to provide instructions and Material Safety Data Sheets for Biosol 100 use.
- 10190105This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers reminding them of the importance of customer satisfaction.
- 10179677Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 10179674This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing that MMNA has recently received information from Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) about the effects of the Waterborne (WB) paint process on Mitsubishi vehicles.
- 10179673This Technical Service Bulletin informs dealers they may find a stain or cloudy spot on the body panels after removing the transportation film.due to improper installation of the film.This TSB instructs the dealers of the repair procedure for removal of the stain.
- 10176276SUBJECT: AISIN Transmission Repeat Failure Diagnosis Process MODELS: FE639, FE640, FE649, FG639, FH210, FE83D, FE84D, and FE85D DESCRIPTION: This process must be followed for any AISIN transmission assembly that fails during the 12 month/unlimited mileage Parts Warranty. This will help the dealer; MFTA and AWTEC ensure that all installation procedures were followed and that the recently installed transmission is properly diagnosed before another transmission assembly is installed. If an AISIN transmission has a perceived failure after installation, the dealer technician must do the following: 1.Open a Technical Assistance Request (TAR) with the Technical Support Center (TSC) to begin diagnostic support. 2.Attach all documentation, including DTCs, AISIN Transmission Diagnostic Information Form (ATDI0101) and photos/videos as needed. 3.The TSC and AWTEC will review the documentation and if additional diagnostic support is needed, MFTA will dispatch a Product Support Manager to assist with the repair onsite. 4.After thorough diagnosis, and agreement between the dealer, MFTA and AWTEC that the transmission has an internal defect, the TSC will authorize installation of another AISIN transmission assembly.
- 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
- 10032585Mitsubishi truck: dpf caution label. Enclosed IS a replacement self adhesive diesel particulate filter (dpf) caution label to install over the existing label and a replacement dpf hang tag for the truck. The new label and hang tag better describe the characteristics of the dpf regeneration system. No model years listed.
- 10004439The brake pad backing plate and shim material have been redesigned.
- 10001990Product improvement campaign c0009310 - spv connector on top of the fuel injection pump and the chassis harness connector to the spv harness could become worn due to normal engine vibrations. 2001 and 2002 model year fe640 vehicles.
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