2019 HINO NJ8J RECALL - #18V178000
RECALL FOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2019 HINO NJ8J |
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| Manufacturer |
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
9/21/2017 - 1/15/2018 |
| Recalled on |
3/19/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
5/14/2018 |
| # Affected |
45 |
| Recalled for |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
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| Description |
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it. |
| Consequences |
The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2019 HINO NJ8J Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING, FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2019 HINO NJ8J Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
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