Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America (Mfta) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2013 Fec52, Fec72, Fec92, And Fgb72 Trucks; Manufactured From April 8, 2011, Through October 16, 2012. The Parking Brake Cable Nut May Have Been Insufficiently Tightened During Assembly. As A Result, The Parking Brake Cable Could Loosen With Each Operation Of The Parking Brake.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FEC52
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V534000
Component Description
Parking Brake
Effect Of Defect
Continued Use Of The Parking Brake Could Result In The Inability For It To Hold The Vehicle Stationary. This May Lead To A Truck Rollaway Increasing The Risk Of Pedestrian Injury Or A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Mfta Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Tighten The Parking Brake Nut, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On December 19, 2012. Owners May Contact Mfta At 1-856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110408
End Of Manufacture
20121001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6538
Date Owners Notified
20121219
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20121106
Make Campaign Number
C1005810