Recall 23V457000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

Report Date

20230629

Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE

Affected Vehicles

3 models

Defect Description

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2023 NE7A, NJ7A, and NV7A vehicles. The front axle U-bolts that secure the front leaf spring assembly may be over-tightened, which can cause the U-bolts to break and detach.

Safety Consequence

Broken U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts and upper seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0420.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2023	HINO	NE7A
2023	HINO	NJ7A
2023	HINO	NV7A

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.