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2000-2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617, Mitsubishi Fuso FM61F and others recall: hub

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 7, 2004. It covers about 2,892 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,892
reported
Oct 7, 2004
owners notified
Oct 28, 2004

Suspension: front: hub

What is wrong
On certain trucks using an f060t or f070t front axle, the front wheel hub outer bearing lock nut may have been improperly tightened during assembly, and an insufficient amount of grease may have been applied to the outer bearing.
Risk
These conditions could result in the outer bearing generating excessive heat and/or breaking, causing the vehicle to become disabled. The excessive heat could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1‑856‑467‑4500.

Recall number 04V477000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 04V477000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617, Mitsubishi Fuso FM61F and others hub?

Yes. Recall 04V477000, reported on October 7, 2004, covers about 2,892 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V477000?

Dealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1‑856‑467‑4500.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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