Recall 10V-068: 2010 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, 2010 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and 2 more
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 3, 2010, covering about 1,517 vehicles.
The problem
Mitsubishi fuso is recalling certain model year 2010 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d and fg84d vehicles manufactured between october 1 and december 25, 2009. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack, causing abnormal noise.
The risk
All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 19, 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V068000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D | 2010 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2010 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2010 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D | 2010 | 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 10V-068?
Mitsubishi fuso is recalling certain model year 2010 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d and fg84d vehicles manufactured between october 1 and december 25, 2009. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack, causing abnormal noise.
How is recall 10V-068 fixed?
Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 19, 2010. Owners may 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.