Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Fuso (Mfta) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008 Through 2010 Fe83D, Fe84D, And Fg84D Trucks Manufactured From April 13, 2007 Through December 24, 2009. The Ground Wire On Affected Vehicles Equipped With An Anti-Lock Brake System Is Positioned In Such A Manner That Water Could Enter The Wire Casing And Travel To The Abs Hydraulic Unit Connector.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FE83D
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
10V319000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
If Water Permeates During Normal Vehicle Operation, The Connector Terminals Could Become Corroded. This Corrosion Could Affect The Hydraulic Motor Circuit In Such A Manner That The Motor Would Operate Continuously, Causing The Motor To Overheat And Potentially Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Mfta Will Notify Owners And Replace The Ground Sub Harness With A Waterproof Harness Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On August 4, 2010. Owners May Contact Mfta At 1-856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20070531
End Of Manufacture
20091210
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3652
Date Owners Notified
20100804
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20100709
Make Campaign Number
C1004210