Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks Equipped With Bando Belt Tensioner, Corrosion Or Rust May Develop On The Tensioner Spindle Or Bushing Causing The Auto Tensioner To Become Stiff Or Bind. This Can Cause The Drive Belt To Suddenly Come Off Or The Auto Tensioner Mounting Bolts Could Suddenly Break.
Make Of Vehicle
HINO
Model Of Vehicle
NJ8J
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
07V208000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
If The Drive Belt Comes Off, The Alternator Warning Lamp Will Illuminate. If The Warning Is Ignored, This Condition Could Ultimately Result In A Loss Of Vehicle Power (Engine Stall) Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Auto Tensioner, Install Upgraded Mounting Bolts, And Replace The Accessory Drive Belt Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 25, 2007. Owners May Contact Hino Motors At 248-648-6430. Note: This Recall Supersedes A Previous Campaign (Please See 06V157).
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20031022
End Of Manufacture
20070402
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
14588
Date Owners Notified
20070425
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Date Report Received
20070509
Make Campaign Number
A5340