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SevereNHTSA·23V456000·Announced 2023-06-29

Hino Recalls 2022-2023 Trucks Due to Front Axle U-Bolt Defect

Hino is recalling 2022-2023 NE7, NJ7, and NV7 trucks because front axle U-bolts may detach, increasing 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 (front axle U-bolts) that can lead to loss of control and crashes, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 NE7A, NE7B, NJ7A, NJ7B, NV7A, and NV7B vehicles. The recall involves 1,865 vehicles where the driver-side U-bolts that secure the front axle to the leaf spring assembly may come loose and detach.

Loose or detached U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. This is a structural defect affecting the front suspension system.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the front axle U-bolts and replace related parts as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HINO NJ7B, NV7B, NV7A, NE7B
Brand
HINO
Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
1,865

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 (6)

  • NJ7B
  • NV7B
  • NV7A
  • NE7B
  • NJ7A
  • NE7A

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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