The worst 2012 Hino NV8J problems
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Recalls 3
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- 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: wiring
- 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
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- Hino is recalling certain model 2012 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j commercial trucks manufactured from july 25, 2011, through september 16, 2011. During assembly, the wheel-end retainer on the front or rear axle may have been installed incorrectly.
- Risk
- The wheel-hub and axle shaft can separate from the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axle assemblies and, if the axle is found to be incorrectly assembled, dealers will replace the wheel end retaining hardware free of charge. The safety recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact hino at 1‑248‑699‑9390.
Recall number 11V537000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Hino NV8J 94
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- After connecting to a truck using DX3, it may be necessary to review or create a DX Diagnostic Report for...
- This article will provide dealership technicians with information on how to open a tech assist case and...
- SA-14-026
- Sb - 05 - 004 speedometer recalibration.
- SB-16-022 A subject vehicle may experience an external fuel leak from the burner atomization module...
- SB-16-021 correction of workshop manual for HINO600 series
- SB-16-015
- SB-16-007
- SB-16-006
- SB-16-010
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Is the 2012 Hino NV8J reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2012 Hino NV8J.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Hino NV8J?
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How many recalls does the 2012 Hino NV8J have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, electrical system and power train.
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