Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks Trucks Equipped With An F040T Front Axle. The Front Wheel Hub Outer Bearing Lock Nut May Have Been Improperly Tightened During Assembly, And An Insufficient Amount Of Grease May Have Been Applied To The Outer Bearing.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FH617
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
04V478000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Hub
Effect Of Defect
These Conditions Could Result In The Outer Bearing Generating Excessive Heat And/Or Breaking, Causing The Vehicle To Become Disabled. The Excessive Heat Could Cause A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Inner And Outer Front Wheel Hub Bearings, And Replace Any Bearing With Signs Of Damage. The Recall Began On October 28, 2004. Owners Should Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 1-856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20020523
End Of Manufacture
20031223
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2537
Date Owners Notified
20041028
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20041007
Make Campaign Number
R3123510