Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, The Brake Master Cylinder Piston Cups May Have Been Manufactured With A Defect In The Rubber Surface. Residue May Have Invaded The Piston Cups During The Master Cylinder Manufacturing Process. The Residue Could Stick To The Cups And Cause Them To Crack During Normal Braking Operation.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FG84D
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05V093000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder
Effect Of Defect
A Crack In The Piston Cup Could Affect The Truck’S Braking Ability, And Cause A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install A Modified Brake Master Cylinder Assembly. The Recall Began On April 21, 2005. Owners May Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 1-856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20040904
End Of Manufacture
20040916
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3
Date Owners Notified
20050421
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050315
Make Campaign Number
C0027020