Hino Ne8C (2021) – 20V244000

Defect Description For Recall

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) Is Recalling Certain 2020-2021 Nv8J, Nj8J, Ne8J, Nj8A, Nv8A, Ne8A, Ne8G, Nj8C, Ne8C, And Nv8G Trucks. The Ground Cable That Connects The Negative Battery Terminal To The Frame May Be Too Short And May Break As A Result.

Make Of Vehicle

HINO

Model Of Vehicle

NE8C

Year

2021

Recall Campaign Number

20V244000

Component Description

Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables

Effect Of Defect

If The Ground Cable Breaks, The Engine Cannot Be Re-Started To Move The Vehicle To A Safe Area, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Hino Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Install An Extension Bracket To The Negative Battery Terminal And Inspect The Ground Cable Terminal For Damage, Replacing The Cable If Damage Is Found, Free Of Charge. Owners Will Be Notified Of The Safety Risk With An Interim Letter Mid-June 2020. The Recall Began June 26, 2020. Owners May Contact Hino Customer Service At 1-248-699-9390. Hino’S Number For This Recall Is Aaht0.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

13700

Date Owners Notified

20200626

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.

Date Report Received

20200430

Make Campaign Number

AAHT0

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard