The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V208000·Announced 2015-04-07

Hino Recalls 2015-2016 Trucks Due to Front Axle U-Bolt Defect

Hino is recalling 2015-2016 238, 258, 268, and 338 trucks because overtightened front axle U-bolts may fail, causing loss of steering.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension/axle) where component failure may cause loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Plain-English summary

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 238, 258, 268, and 338 trucks manufactured between January 5, 2015, and March 20, 2015. The recall involves 1,951 vehicles.

In the affected vehicles, the U-bolt that connects the suspension springs to the front axle may have been overtightened. If overtightened, the bolt may stretch, resulting in it loosening or failing. Either result may cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts on the subject vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HINO 238, 268, 258, 338
Brand
HINO
Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
1,951

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • 238
  • 268
  • 258
  • 338

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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