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2005-2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and others recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 23, 2012. It covers about 13,644 vehicles.

vehicles affected
13,644
reported
Nov 23, 2012
owners notified
Jan 21, 2013
related complaints
1

Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 FE83D, FE84D, FE85D, and FG84D trucks; manufactured from May 27, 2004, through May 14, 2007. The fuel pipes may crack due to an improper manufacturing process. Additionally, the fuel pipe flare nuts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Risk
Cracked fuel pipes or loose fuel pipe flare nuts may leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 21, 2013. Owners may contact MFTA at 1‑856‑467‑4500.

Recall number 12V545000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 12V545000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2007 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and others hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 12V545000, reported on November 23, 2012, covers about 13,644 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V545000?

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 21, 2013. Owners may contact MFTA 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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