Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, The Cylinder Head Idler Gear Bushing May Have Been Improperly Machined, Causing Excessive Stress On The Cylinder Head Gear Shaft.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FH210
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
05V411000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
Continued Operation In This Condition Could Cause The Idler Gear Shaft Flange To Break And Generate Abnormal Engine Noise And/Or Engine Oil Leaks. In The Worst Case, The Engine Could Stall And Would Not Restart, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Measure The Inside Diameter Of The Cylinder Head Idler Gear Bushing. If The Bushing Is Out Of Specification, Dealers Will Replace The Idler Gear Bushing, Idler Gear Shaft, And Idler Gear Assembly Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On December 20, 2005. Owners May Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 1-856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20030401
End Of Manufacture
20030704
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
301
Date Owners Notified
20051220
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050915
Make Campaign Number
R3150510