2010 Hino ND8J recalls and problems
The 2010 Hino ND8J has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Hino dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2010 Hino ND8J vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2010 Hino ND8J recalls
Recall 14V-791: Parking Brake
Problem: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain model year 2005-2015 Hino ND8J, NE8J, and NF8J trucks manufactured August 26, 2003, to May 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, components of the parking brake handle assembly may wear, resulting in either the parking brake unexpectedly releasing when engaged or preventing the parking brake from fully engaging.
Risk: Either parking brake condition may result in the vehicle rolling unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install a new parking brake lever that contains a two-way damper and a roller at the cable joining pin, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9330. Hino's number for this recall is A9970. Note: This recall supersedes 13V-614.
Recall 12V-555: Electrical System
Problem: Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the B+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Risk: If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Fix: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9390.
Recall 10V-156: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Hino is recalling certain trucks with vertical exhaust pipes. Certain bolts attaching the exhaust system to the truck may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process. The bolts could fail allowing the exhaust system to separate from the truck.
Risk: The exhaust system could fall onto the roadway and be struck by a following vehicle resulting in a crash.
Fix: Hino will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 9, 2010. Owners may contact hino at 248-699-9330.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Hino ND8J have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Hino ND8J: 14V-791 (parking brake), 12V-555 (electrical system), 10V-156 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Hino recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hino dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.