Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, The Automatic Transmission (A/T) Selector Lever May Have Been Improperly Machined Allowing Excessive Play In The Lever, Causing Improper Engagement Of The “P” Range (Park).
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FK61F
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
06V195000
Component Description
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
Effect Of Defect
The Transmission Could Remain In The “R” Range (Reverse) After Shifting The Vehicle Into Park Allowing The Vehicle To Roll, Causing A Crash Without Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The A/T Control Lever Assembly, A/T Shift Control Cable And Proper Parking Procedures Label Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On August 16, 2006. Owners May Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 856-467-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20040526
End Of Manufacture
20061220
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1045
Date Owners Notified
20060816
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20060606
Make Campaign Number
C1000720