2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D. Newest first.
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2004-2017 FE84D, FE85D, FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, FGB72, FK61F and FM657 trucks. These trucks are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MFTA will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2018. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. MFTA's number for this recall is MFV00001.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Mitsubishi fuso IS recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d and fg84d vehicles. the weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions IS insufficient. during normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack, causing abnormal noise.
Risk and remedy
Risk
All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. this remedy will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on february 19, 2010. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
On certain trucks, the brake vacuum hose may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness, allowing the hose to collapse during normal vehicle operation.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Continued operation of the vehicle in this condition could restrict proper operation of the brake power-assist and compromise braking performance; or restrict proper operation of the exhaust brake system. either occurrence could lead to compromised braking performance and increased braking distance, which could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake vacuum hose and will replace the hose. the recall began on december 21, 2006. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 877-711-0707.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Brake vacuum booster hose collapses
This investigation was opened based on odi's receipt ofewr information pertaining to collapsing brake vacuum hoses on the subject vehicles.the vehicles of concern are medium duty trucks, model years 2006 - 2007,models fe84d, fe85d and fg84d.odi met with mitsubishi officials and drove a truck with the collapsed hose.it…
This investigation was opened based on odi's receipt ofewr information pertaining to collapsing brake vacuum hoses on the subject vehicles.the vehicles of concern are medium duty trucks, model years 2006 - 2007,models fe84d, fe85d and fg84d.odi met with mitsubishi officials and drove a truck with the collapsed hose.it was determined that the vacuum brake booster hose can flatten or collapse while the truck IS being driven, resulting indegradation (reduced vacuum) of the brake power-assist system. The reduction in available engine vacuum to the brake booster requires the driver to apply increased brake pedal pressure to achieve the expected stopping distance. During the investigation, odi learned that the brake vacuum hose was manufactured with insufficient wall thickness, allowing the hose to collapse during normal vehicle operation. During the recall mitsubishi will replace all vacuum brake booster hoses on the applicable trucks.this investigation IS closed.
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.
- 10170107This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170104This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170103This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170102This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 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.
- 10020361Bosch and denso common rail fuel supply pump tightening torque specifications.
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