Hino Ne8J (2019) – 18V178000

Defect Description For Recall

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.

Make Of Vehicle

HINO

Model Of Vehicle

NE8J

Year

2019

Recall Campaign Number

18V178000

Component Description

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Effect Of Defect

The Damage To The Engine May Result In It Shutting Off And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

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.

Vehicle Manufacturer

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

Start Of Manufacture

20170921

End Of Manufacture

20180115

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

45

Date Owners Notified

20180514

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

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

Date Report Received

20180315

Make Campaign Number

AA9Q0

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard