Recall 04V-571: 1996–2001 Mitsubishi Fuso FE639, 2001 Mitsubishi Fuso FE640 and 1 more
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Dec 3, 2004, covering about 18,094 vehicles.
The problem
On certain trucks, the cable end of the parking brake cable, where it attaches to the parking brake lever, is designed improperly. Repeated normal parking brake operation may cause the cable end to become improperly seated in the parking brake lever groove.
The risk
In this condition, the parking brake cable may bend and break due to fatigue. The parking brake may become inoperative and the truck may roll and cause a crash, property and personal injuries.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the parking brake cable for bending or damage at the cable end and install a modified parking brake cable assembly if the cable is bent or damaged at the cable end. If no bending or damage exists, dealers will install a cable retainer on the cable end of the parking brake cable. The recall began on january 13, 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C0021610.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
| Manufacturer | MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Parking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and Cable |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V571000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE639 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE640 | 2001 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE649 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All 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-571?
On certain trucks, the cable end of the parking brake cable, where it attaches to the parking brake lever, is designed improperly. Repeated normal parking brake operation may cause the cable end to become improperly seated in the parking brake lever groove.
How is recall 04V-571 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the parking brake cable for bending or damage at the cable end and install a modified parking brake cable assembly if the cable is bent or damaged at the cable end. If no bending or damage exists, dealers will install a cable retainer on the cable end of the parking brake cable. The recall began on january 13, 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
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.