MITSUBISHI FEC72 2012: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12V524000

Make Model Year
MITSUBISHI FEC72 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2012-12-20 2012-10-25 2012-11-06

Production Dates: 2011-04-08 - 2012-09-25

Manufacturers Involved: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: C1005710

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6520

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America "MFTA" is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks. The fuel line may disconnect from the fuel filter head due to an improperly machined connector.

Consequence

As the fuel line loosens and detaches it may leak fuel. Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source such as high temperature components may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected fuel filter head, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact MFTA at 1-856-467-4500.

Notes

MFTA's recall campaign number is C1005710.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.