2008 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and others recall: engine and engine cooling
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 15, 2008. It covers about 2,957 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,957
- reported
- Aug 15, 2008
- owners notified
- Oct 10, 2008
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi fuso is recalling 2,957 my 2008 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d, and fg84d trucks. The bolt holes in the turbocharger bracket, where the turbocharger is affixed, were manufactured with insufficient clearance. Stress is placed on the mounting boss when the bracket is affixed to the turbocharger, due to insufficient clearance between the affixing bolts and bracket holes.
- Risk
- In this condition, expansion and contraction of the turbocharger housing mounting boss during normal engine operation may cause thermal fatigue of the turbocharger housing. The turbocharger housing may crack, releasing exhaust gases that could cause a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the bracket. The recall began on october 10, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1‑856‑467‑4500.
Recall number 08V408000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 08V408000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and others engine and engine cooling?
Yes. Recall 08V408000, reported on August 15, 2008, covers about 2,957 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V408000?
Dealers will replace the bracket. The recall began on october 10, 2008. Owners may 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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