2015-2016 Hino 238, Hino 258 and others recall: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. reported this safety recall on April 7, 2015. It covers about 1,951 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,951
- reported
- Apr 7, 2015
- owners notified
- Jun 5, 2015
Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
- What is wrong
- Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 238, 258, 268, and 338 trucks manufactured January 5, 2015, to March 20, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the U-bolt that connects the suspension springs to the front axle may have been overtightened.
- Risk
- If the U-bolt was overtightened, the bolt may stretch resulting in it loosening or failing. Either result may cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Hino will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts on the subject vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1‑248‑699‑9300.
Recall number 15V208000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 15V208000
Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Hino 238, Hino 258 and others u-bolt, leaf spring to axle?
Yes. Recall 15V208000, reported on April 7, 2015, covers about 1,951 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 15V208000?
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts on the subject vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1‑248‑699‑9300.
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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