Hino Nj8J (2005) – 12V555000

Defect Description For Recall

Hino Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2005 Through 2013 Medium Duty Trucks, Models Na6J, Nb6J, Nc6J, Nd8J, Ne8J, Nj8J, Nf8J, And Nv8J, Manufactured From August 18, 2003, Through November 16, 2011. Over Time, The Main B+ Circuit From The Battery To The Starter Could Potentially Short To Ground Due To Wear That Accumulates As A Result Of Interference Between The B+ Circuit And Its Convoluted Tubing Sheath.

Make Of Vehicle

HINO

Model Of Vehicle

NJ8J

Year

2005

Recall Campaign Number

12V555000

Component Description

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

Effect Of Defect

If The B+ Circuit Shorts To Ground, It May Lead To A Fire.

Fix Defect

Hino Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On January 17, 2013. Owners May Contact Hino At 1-248-699-9390.

Vehicle Manufacturer

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

Start Of Manufacture

20030818

End Of Manufacture

20111116

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

35142

Date Owners Notified

20130117

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

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

Date Report Received

20121203

Make Campaign Number

A8310

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard