Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HINO
Model Of Vehicle
238
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
15V208000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20150105
End Of Manufacture
20150320
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1951
Date Owners Notified
20150605
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Date Report Received
20150407