Mitsubishi Fuso Fec92 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 1, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. recalls 2012–2015 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec92, Fec72

Recall number

15V195000

Brand / firm

Mitsubishi Fuso

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 25 units

Why it was recalled

A timing chain bolt that was not properly tightened may result in an engine oil leak, possibly causing the engine to seize, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 FEC72 vehicles manufactured November 8, 2013, to January 28, 2014, and 2012-2015 FEC92 vehicles manufactured April 22, 2011, to February 1, 2014. On the affected vehicles, the lower engine timing chain bolt may have been insufficiently tightened during assembly.

What to do

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the lower engine timing chain bolt to the proper torque, free of charge. The recal is expected to begin in late June 2015. Owners may call MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall C1007710.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.