Recall 04V-477: 2000–2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FM617, 2005 Mitsubishi Fuso FM61F and 3 more

MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Oct 7, 2004, covering about 2,892 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-477
Report date
Oct 7, 2004
Vehicles affected
2,892
Owners notified
Oct 28, 2004

The problem

On certain trucks using an f060t or f070t front axle, the front wheel hub outer bearing lock nut may have been improperly tightened during assembly, and an insufficient amount of grease may have been applied to the outer bearing.

The risk

These conditions could result in the outer bearing generating excessive heat and/or breaking, causing the vehicle to become disabled. The excessive heat could cause a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.

Notes

Mitsubishi fuso recall no.c0021113.customers can 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 TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentSuspension › Front › Hub
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V477000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Fuso FM6172000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FM61F2005All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FM64F2005All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FM6572001, 2002, 2003, 2004All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FM65F2005All 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 04V-477?

On certain trucks using an f060t or f070t front axle, the front wheel hub outer bearing lock nut may have been improperly tightened during assembly, and an insufficient amount of grease may have been applied to the outer bearing.

How is recall 04V-477 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso 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.