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2005-2013 Hino NA6J, Hino NB6J and others recall: wiring

Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. reported this safety recall on December 3, 2012. It covers about 35,142 vehicles.

vehicles affected
35,142
reported
Dec 3, 2012
owners notified
Jan 17, 2013

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the B+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Risk
If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1‑248‑699‑9390.

Recall number 12V555000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V555000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2013 Hino NA6J, Hino NB6J and others wiring?

Yes. Recall 12V555000, reported on December 3, 2012, covers about 35,142 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V555000?

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1‑248‑699‑9390.

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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