Recall
Hino Ne8j — 17V607000
NHTSA ID
17V607000
Make
Hino
Model
Ne8j
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2017-09-28
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Units Affected
3,224
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
AA860
Summary
Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2011-2012 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engines have a wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.
Consequence
Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the connecting rods. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 27, 2017. The recall began on March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is AA860.