Recall 02V-029: 2001 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640

MITSUBISHI FUSO TRK, AMER recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jan 29, 2002, covering about 836 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-029
Report date
Jan 29, 2002
Vehicles affected
836
Owners notified
Feb 15, 2002

The problem

On some heavy duty trucks, the vacuum pump shaft breaks due to insufficient heat treatment.

The risk

If the shaft breaks, braking distance would be extended due to the lack of brake booster function, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the vacuum pump shaft assembly. Owner notification began february 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi fuso truck at 1-856-467-4500.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMITSUBISHI FUSO TRK, AMER
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V029000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Fuso FE6402001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-029?

On some heavy duty trucks, the vacuum pump shaft breaks due to insufficient heat treatment.

How is recall 02V-029 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the vacuum pump shaft assembly. Owner notification began february 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi fuso truck at 1-856-467-4500.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.