Hino Ne8c recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 30, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. recalls 2020–2021 Hino — 10 models

Recall number

20V244000

Brand / firm

Hino

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 12,470 units

Why it was recalled

If the ground cable breaks, the engine cannot be re-started to move the vehicle to a safe area, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2020-2021 NV8J, NJ8J, NE8J, NJ8A, NV8A, NE8A, NE8G, NJ8C, NE8C, and NV8G trucks. The ground cable that connects the negative battery terminal to the frame may be too short and may break as a result.

What to do

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install an extension bracket to the negative battery terminal and inspect the ground cable terminal for damage, replacing the cable if damage is found, free of charge. Owners will be notified of the safety risk with an interim letter Mid-June 2020. The recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AAHT0.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.