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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V493000

2018 Hino Nv8j | 2018 Hino Nj8j | 2018 Hino Ne8j — Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments

Published August 9, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 7, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V493000, published August 9, 2017 and initiated August 7, 2017. Recalling firm: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.; 2018 Hino Nv8j | 2018 Hino Nj8j | 2018 Hino Ne8j — Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments.

What's the hazard

Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J vehicles. The door hinge bolts on these vehicles may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly allowing the door to open while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components.

What to do

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the door hinge bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2017. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is M0300.

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Recall details

Brand
HINO
Model
NV8J
Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Lot
2018 HINO NV8J | 2018 HINO NJ8J | 2018 HINO NE8J
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Hino Nv8j | 2018 Hino Nj8j | 2018 Hino Ne8j — Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V493000 on August 9, 2017. Reported hazard: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J vehicles. The door hinge bolts on these vehicles may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly allowing the door to open while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components.

What should I do if I have this product?

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the door hinge bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2017. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is M0300.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HINO. Model: NV8J.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)