Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, The Brake VacuUM Hose May Have Been Manufactured With Insufficient Wall Thickness, Allowing The Hose To Collapse During Normal Vehicle Operation.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FE84D
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
06V477000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Continued Operation Of The Vehicle In This Condition Could Restrict Proper Operation Of The Brake Power-Assist And Compromise Braking Performance; Or Restrict Proper Operation Of The Exhaust Brake System. Either Occurrence Could Lead To Compromised Braking Performance And Increased Braking Distance, Which Could Cause A Crash Without Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Brake VacuUM Hose And Will Replace The Hose. The Recall Began On December 21, 2006. Owners May Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 877-711-0707.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20050721
End Of Manufacture
20060904
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5466
Date Owners Notified
20061221
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20061220
Make Campaign Number
C1001810