NHTSA Campaign 18V119000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Issued by Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. · Reported Feb 19, 2018 · 5,667 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J and NV8J trucks. The terminal bolts that secure the main fuse terminals within the fuse block may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in electrical arcing and overheating, or an engine shutdown.
Consequence
An electrical arc or overheating can increase the risk of a fire. An engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten any loose terminal bolts and replace any damaged electrical harness, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0320.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HINO | NE8J | 2018 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NE8J | 2019 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NH8J | 2018 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NH8J | 2019 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NJ8J | 2018 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NJ8J | 2019 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NV8J | 2018 | 5,667 |
| HINO | NV8J | 2019 | 5,667 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V119000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.