The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·22V021000·Announced 2022-01-21

Hino Recalls One 2021 NJ8A Truck for Air Brake Hose Fitting Issue

Hino is recalling one 2021 NJ8A vehicle because air brake hose fittings may lack required manufacturer markings, potentially increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of crash, injury, or fire, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. is recalling one 2021 NJ8A vehicle. The recall addresses a defect where the end fittings on the replacement air brake hose assembly may not have the required manufacturer designation. This non-compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 106 means the fittings may not be traceable in the event of a future safety recall.

The lack of traceability increases the risk of a crash, injury, or fire. The defect is specific to the replacement air brake hose assembly and its end fittings.

Owners should contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390 to schedule a free repair. A dealer will replace the air brake hose at no cost to the owner. Hino's recall number for this action is AANT000.

The recalled product

Product
HINO NJ8A
Brand
HINO
Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Brakes
Hazard
Affected units
1

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 (1)

  • NJ8A

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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