Hino Recall 23V457000: Suspension, Front, Springs, Leaf Spring Assembly, U-bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle

NHTSA recall 23V457000 · announced June 29, 2023 · filed by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. · 64 units affected

The problem

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2023 NE7A, NJ7A, and NV7A vehicles. The front axle U-bolts that secure the front leaf spring assembly may be over-tightened, which can cause the U-bolts to break and detach.

The risk

Broken U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts and upper seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0420.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.