Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America (Mfta) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2005-2007 Fe83D, Fe84D, Fe85D, And Fg84D Trucks; Manufactured From May 27, 2004, Through May 14, 2007. The Fuel Pipes May Crack Due To An Improper Manufacturing Process. Additionally, The Fuel Pipe Flare Nuts May Have Been Insufficiently Tightened.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FE85D
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
12V545000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Cracked Fuel Pipes Or Loose Fuel Pipe Flare Nuts May Leak Fuel. A Fuel Leak In The Presence Of An Ignition Source May Result In A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
Mfta Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Fuel Pipes And Tighten Or Replace Them As Needed, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On January 21, 2013. Owners May Contact Mfta At 1-856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20040527
End Of Manufacture
20070427
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
13644
Date Owners Notified
20130121
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20121123
Make Campaign Number
C1006110