2012 HINO NF8J

2 recalls, 0 complaints - 24 TSBs

14V791000 Dec 15, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain model year 2005-2015 Hino ND8J, NE8J, and NF8J trucks manufactured August 26, 2003, to May 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, components of the parking brake handle assembly may wear, resulting in either the parking brake unexpectedly rele... Read more
Consequence
Either parking brake condition may result in the vehicle rolling unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install a new parking brake lever that contains a two-way damper and a roller at the cable joining pin, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9330. Hino's number for this recall is A9970. ... Read more
8,140 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
12V555000 Dec 3, 2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to... Read more
Consequence
If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9390.
35,142 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 HINO NF8J

24 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL7
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL2
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM2
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP1
060000 ENGINE (PWS)1
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE1
162810 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS1
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)1
167-B1426-12 Nov 4, 2016
162810 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
SA-14-026 The broken hood grille procedure (SB-14-020) has been revised to reuse the grille nuts (SZ17906009) if possible. There is a limited quantity of the nuts available and it has been confirmed that the nuts are reusable. The revised p
167-B1621-12 Apr 18, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SB-16-010 Correction of the inspection of the DPR filter.
167-P1602-12 Mar 22, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
13-008 Injection Pump Drive Case. Please note the following part number changes to the Injection Pump Bearing Case. Not replacing the correct replacement parts WILL result in major engine damage. The Hino Ordering system has been modified
167-P1602-12 Mar 22, 2016
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
13-008 Injection Pump Drive Case. Please note the following part number changes to the Injection Pump Bearing Case. Not replacing the correct replacement parts WILL result in major engine damage. The Hino Ordering system has been modified
167-B1529-12 Oct 21, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SB-15-032 Troubleshooting information and Inspection procedure of the DTC/P2030 were revised.
167-B1528-12 Aug 26, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SB-15-031 Foreign debris in the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) tank may cause the SCR (Selective Catalyst Reduction) system to malfunction. This can result in DTC?s (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) P20E8 or P20E9 - DEF Pressure Abnormality. An inlet
167-T1514-12 Jun 22, 2015
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TT-15-016 The purpose of this publication is to communicate the standard measuring positions on the Hino chassis. In some cases, the customer may report a visual chassis posture concern where the chassis appears to be leaning more towards t
167-B1523-12 Jun 2, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SB-15-026 A subject vehicle may exhibit an engine oil leak or engine coolant leaking externally from the engine head gasket sealing area on the exhaust manifold side of the engine. An improved head gasket has been made available as a servic
167-T1513-12 Apr 22, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
TT-15-014 The transmission DTC?s P0974 and P0986, may be found on 12MY-15MY COE models. There could also be a complaint of low power and erratic shifting. These diagnostic codes may be set due to low voltage between the transmission case an
167-B1312-12 Apr 13, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SB-13-009 This bulletin is to inform dealers and workshops of proper paint codes for all Hino models. ALL MODELS
167-B1521-12 Mar 17, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
SB-15-022 In the rare event that a subject vehicle equipped with the 23k Comfort Ride air suspension experiences a premature main leaf failure, a 23k HD Comfort Ride air suspension may be installed with PRIOR APPROVAL from HMM QA.
167-B1511-12 Feb 4, 2015
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
SB-15-011 The following TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) outlines the inspection method for steering wheel free play and the adjustment procedure of the steering gear.
167-B1510-12 Jan 20, 2015
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
SB-15-010 Some vehicles that operate in extreme cold weather climates may exhibit ice accumulation on the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) butterfly plate with a repeat P1604 DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) stored in the engine ECU. A heated E
TT-14-016 Jun 27, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Exhaust Combustion Chamber with Loose Insulation
167-T1415-12 Jun 27, 2014
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
TT-14-016 During service of the exhaust aftertreatment system, the technician may visually find that the insulation within the outer shell of the combustion chamber is pushing out or loose. In the event that loose insulation is found, it is
TT-14-016 Jun 27, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exhaust Combustion Chamber with Loose Insulation
TT-14-016 Jun 27, 2014
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Exhaust Combustion Chamber with Loose Insulation
167-B1423-12 Jun 19, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SB-14-005 2011MY-2015MY Conventional Keyless Entry Programming
167-B1423-12 Jun 19, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SB-14-005 2011MY-2015MY Conventional Keyless Entry Programming
167-B1415-12 Mar 28, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SB-14-003 The following is to inform you of the revision of the inspection procedure for the DTC?s P0340 and P0341. You are kindly requested to attach this service data to the relevant pages of the workshop manuals for maintenance and to us
167-T1303-12 Jun 21, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
13-003 Injection Quantity Test 11 thru 14MY
167-T1202-12 Oct 4, 2012
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
12-001 Recording the Burner Event Log (BEL) on 11-13MY Trucks
167-B1101-12 Aug 10, 2011
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
SB-11-002 REQUIREMENTS OF BIOFUEL USAGE FOR 2008MY THRU 2012MY VEHICLES ALL APPLIED MODELS
167-T0706-12 Jun 28, 2007
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
07 - 006 VOLTAGE DROP TEST

HINO NF8J - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HINO NF8J across all model years (2005, 2015).

20 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

HINO NF8J - Year by Year

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