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1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 is seat belts. Its complaint count is close to a typical FM617 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
16
Worst area
Seat belts

The worst 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Seat belts
    1
  • Tires
    1

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  • Seat belts
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 2

Interior lightingReported September 9, 2004 · 16,101 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks, the rebound cushion may stick to the hook hinge bracket, due to improper rubber composition of the cushion. This condition could result in the hook pin bracket remaining in the up (cab closed) position when the cab latch is unlocked. With the hook pin bracket in the up position, the cab tilt lock switch remains closed, improperly indicating that the cab latch is locked.
Risk
If the cab latch is unlocked for any reason, the instrument panel cab lock indicator will not notify the driver that the cab tilt lock mechanism is in the unlocked position. A crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rebound cushion with a modified component and adjust the cable tilt lock switch and bottom bracket at the rear cab mount. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1‑877‑711‑0707.

Recall number 04V437000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported September 8, 2004 · 2,609 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks, the clearance between the cab main hook and the surrounding components may be insufficient. Repeated normal cab tilting operation could cause the cab tilt system components to become damaged in the area of the cab main hook.
Risk
If damage occurs, the cab main hook could latch improperly, and in the worst case, the cab could tilt forward during normal vehicle operation. A crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cab hook, lock lever and control lever bracket with modified components. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1‑877‑711‑0707.

Recall number 04V436000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 16

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 26, 2014 · Seat belts, Tires · PA

This truck weighs more than 25,995 pounds. The tires are bald. The seat belts do not work. Driver transports himself (the driver) and two(2) other passengers. Truck has two (2) seats in cab. One seat for driver and one seat for passenger. Cab is not equipped to transport 2 other passengers and driver. This is a safety issue for workers that are being transported to job appointments. The contents in the box part of truck: washer, dryer, pressing table and chemical containers are not securely fastened to box of truck. This truck has numerous safety issues and must be investigated immediately. Company in business of eliminating hazardous, infectious and chemical waste drainage into public drains. There is no filter for infectious waste prior to running into public drainage system in streets and parking lots. This is a public safety issue. Please investigate immediately. Thank you.

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Is the 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617, close to a typical FM617 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617?

Seat belts, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 have?

2 recalls, covering interior lighting and structure.

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