HINO NV7B 2022: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V456000

Make Model Year
HINO NV7B 2022
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-07-31 2023-06-29 2023-06-30

Manufacturers Involved: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: AAUW0

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1865

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. "Hino" is recalling certain 2022-2023 NE7A, NE7B, NJ7A, NJ7B, NV7A, and NV7B vehicles. The driver-side U-bolts that secure the front axle to the leaf spring assembly may come loose and detach.

Consequence

Loose or detached U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the front axle U-bolts. In addition, dealers will replace related parts, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AAUW0.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.