The problem
Hino is recalling 1,195 my 2007-2009 nv8j trucks. During the manufacturing process, the propeller shaft bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.
The risk
If the bolts were to loosen, it could cause a vibration in the driveline. If this vibration were ignored, the propeller shaft could separate from the mating flange. This could potentially result in damage to property and/or result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the propeller shaft bolts. The recall began on october 14, 2008. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9300.
Contacts
Hino recall no. M0120. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Hino dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V471000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.