SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:SHACKLE
Defect Description
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Fuso FEC9T gas trucks. The front leaf spring rear-lower shackle bolts may be loose.
Consequence
Loose bolts can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, and replace any damaged shackles as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.
952 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect Description
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, FEC9T vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C10114.
4,294 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, and FEC9T vehicles. The brake booster vacuum pump assembly may be affected by heat radiating off the exhaust manifold during normal engine operation. This heat can cause the diaphragm in the pump to crack, r
... esulting in loss of vacuum in the vacuum pump.Read moreConsequence
If loss of vacuum occurs, power brake assist may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the vacuum pump and install exhaust heat shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2021. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.
2,873 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.