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SevereNHTSA·15V504000·Announced 2015-08-11

Mitsubishi Fuso Trucks Recalled for Brake Pad Shim Corrosion

Mitsubishi Fuso is recalling certain FEC52, FEC72, and FEC92 trucks because brake pad shims may rust, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.

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 in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 FEC52 vehicles manufactured between February 3, 2011, and March 31, 2015, as well as 2012-2013 FEC72 and FEC92 vehicles manufactured between February 3, 2011, and January 9, 2013. The recall involves a total of 7,104 vehicles.

The affected vehicles are equipped with steel brake pad shims that may rust or corrode after exposure to snow and ice melting chemicals applied to roadways. This rust or corrosion can cause the shims to swell, resulting in an increased brake pedal stroke. The extra brake travel may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will replace any steel brake pad shims with stainless steel shims free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52, FEC92, FEC72
Brand
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
7,104

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 (3)

  • FEC52
  • FEC92
  • FEC72

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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