Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. (Mfta) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2016 Fec52 Vehicles Manufactured February 3, 2011, To March 31, 2015, And 2012-2013 Fec72 And Fec92 Vehicles Manufactured February 3, 2011, To January 9, 2013. The Affected Vehicles Have Brake Pad Shims That May Rust Or Corrode After Exposure To Snow And Ice Melting Chemicals That Have Been Applied To Roadways.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FEC92
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
15V504000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
Effect Of Defect
Rust Or Corrosion Will Result In Swelling Of The Shims Causing An Increased Brake Pedal Stroke. The Extra Brake Travel May Lengthen The Distance Needed To Stop The Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Mfta Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace Any Steel Brake Pad Shims With Stainless Steel Shims, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On October 6, 2015. Owners May Call Mfta Customer Service At 1-877-711-0707. Mfta’S Number For This Recall Is C1008010.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110203
End Of Manufacture
20130109
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7104
Date Owners Notified
20151006
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20150811
Make Campaign Number
C1008010