Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, An Excessive Amount Of Weld Material May Be Present On The Rear Axle Housing At The Joint Retainer. The Clearance Between The Joint Retainer And Brake Connector May Be Beyond Specification And Could Cause The Attaching Bolt To Loosen Allowing The Brake Pipe To Vibrate.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model Of Vehicle
FM61F
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
06V196000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
The Brake Pipe Could Crack, Allowing Brake Fluid To Leak, Decreasing Braking Performance And Causing A Crash Without Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Remove Excessive Weld Material And Repair Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 14, 2006. Owners May Contact Mitsubishi Fuso At 856-467-3917.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20060316
End Of Manufacture
20060411
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
69
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20060607
Make Campaign Number
C1000810