2011 Hino NV8J recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2011 Hino NV8J, covering 38,512 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Engine and engine cooling: engine: dieselReported September 28, 2017 · 3,224 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2011-2012 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engines have a wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.
Risk: Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the connecting rods. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 27, 2017. The recall began on March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1‑248‑699‑9300. Hino's number for this recall is AA860.

Recall number 17V607000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported December 3, 2012 · 35,142 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the B+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Risk: If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1‑248‑699‑9390.

Recall number 12V555000 · Recall details

Service brakes, airReported January 19, 2011 · 146 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Hino is recalling certain model year 2011 nj8j and nv8j heavy trucks manufactured from october 26, 2009, through october 1, 2010. Two of the airlines to the front and rear air tanks may have been installed incorrectly.
Risk: In the event that the rear tank air pressure was depleted, braking function would be lost and the automatic engagement of the spring brakes will not occur, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2011. Owners may contact hino at 1‑248‑699‑9300.

Recall number 11V013000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2011 Hino NV8J have?

3, covering engine and engine cooling, electrical system and service brakes, air.

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