2006-2009 Cable Car Trolley Bus, Hino ND8J and others recall: rear

Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. reported this safety recall on December 18, 2008. It covers about 130 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 130
reported: Dec 18, 2008
owners notified: Jan 19, 2009

Suspension: rear

What is wrong: Hino is recalling 130 my 2008-2009 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j conventional trucks. The rear axle u-bolts were not properly tightened. The lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing.
Risk: This gap could allow the u-bolts to loosen and/or cause the lower spring seat to crack. The axle could become misaligned and/or separated from the mountings increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. The u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. The recall began on january 19, 2009. Owners may contact hino at 1‑248‑699‑9330.

Recall number 08V667000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V667000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2009 Cable Car Trolley Bus, Hino ND8J and others rear?

Yes. Recall 08V667000, reported on December 18, 2008, covers about 130 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V667000?

Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. The u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. The recall began on january 19, 2009. Owners may contact hino at 1‑248‑699‑9330.

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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