Defect Description For Recall
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino Motors) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2015 Xjc And Xfc Vehicles Manufactured February 17, 2011, To October 31, 2014. The Brake Warning Lamp That Is Supposed To Illuminate In The Event Of A Loss Of Brake Fluid Pressure Or That There Is Low Brake Fluid May Not Operate Correctly Due To A Software Programming Issue. Thus, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 105, “Hydraulic And Electric Brake Systems.”
Make Of Vehicle
HINO
Model Of Vehicle
XFC
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
14V678000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
If The Warning Lamp Does Not Illuminate In The Event Of Low Pressure Or Low Brake Fluid Volume, The Driver Will Not Be Warned Of The Potential For A ReduCTIon Or Loss Of Braking Capability, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Hino Motors Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Reprogram The Abs Ecu, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On December 19, 2014. Owners May Contact Hino Customer Service At 1-248-699-9300.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110217
End Of Manufacture
20141031
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2641
Date Owners Notified
20141219
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Date Report Received
20141028
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
105