2021 Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T recalls

Defect: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Fuso FEC9T gas trucks. The front leaf spring rear-lower shackle bolts may be loose.

Why it matters: Loose bolts can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, and replace any damaged shackles as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.

Owner notification: October 1, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.

Defect: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, FEC9T vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.

Why it matters: Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C10114.

Owner notification: December 11, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.

Defect: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, and FEC9T vehicles. The brake booster vacuum pump assembly may be affected by heat radiating off the exhaust manifold during normal engine operation. This heat can cause the diaphragm in the pump to crack, resulting in loss of vacuum in the vacuum pump.

Why it matters: If loss of vacuum occurs, power brake assist may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the vacuum pump and install exhaust heat shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2021. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.

Owner notification: November 15, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.