2018 Hino NV8J recalls

Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it.

Why it matters: The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash.

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0.

Owner notification: May 14, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.

Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J and NV8J trucks. The terminal bolts that secure the main fuse terminals within the fuse block may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in electrical arcing and overheating, or an engine shutdown.

Why it matters: An electrical arc or overheating can increase the risk of a fire. An engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten any loose terminal bolts and replace any damaged electrical harness, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0320.

Owner notification: March 10, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.

Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J vehicles. The door hinge bolts on these vehicles may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly allowing the door to open while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components.".

Why it matters: The loose door hinges can cause the door to operate improperly and possibly open, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the door hinge bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2017. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is M0300.

Owner notification: October 9, 2017 · Filing manufacturer: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.