2018 Hino NJ8J Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 2018 Hino NJ8J problems

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Service brakesReported January 18, 2019 · 7,231 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2007-2019 NJ8J (258ALP) vehicles. These vehicles do not have dust shields on the front brake assemblies. During wet conditions, uneven water saturation on the front brake assemblies may result in the vehicle pulling to the left during hard braking.
Risk: If the vehicle pulls left, it may cross into another lane unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install new brake drums with dust shields, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1‑248‑699‑9390. Hino's number for this recall is AACL0.

Recall number 19V044000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported March 15, 2018 · 45 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 18V178000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported February 19, 2018 · 5,667 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: An electrical arc or overheating can increase the risk of a fire. An engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 18V119000 · Recall details

Structure: body: door: hinge and attachmentsReported August 7, 2017 · 99 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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."
Risk: The loose door hinges can cause the door to operate improperly and possibly open, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 17V493000 · Recall details

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Is the 2018 Hino NJ8J reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 Hino NJ8J.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Hino NJ8J?

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How many recalls does the 2018 Hino NJ8J have?

4 recalls, covering service brakes, engine and engine cooling and electrical system.

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