Mitsubishi Fuso Fgb72 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 29, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. recalls 2012–2016 Mitsubishi Fuso — 4 models

Recall number

16V116000

Brand / firm

Mitsubishi Fuso

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 853 units

Why it was recalled

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92 trucks manufactured February 4, 2011, to March 31, 2015, and 2012-2015 FGB72 trucks manufactured June 22, 2011, to April 8, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with an optional cold weather PVC heater kit. In these vehicles, the PVC pipe heater wiring may chafe on a metal clamp possibly resulting in the wire short circuiting.

What to do

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PVC pipe heater, free of charge. The recall began on April 6, 2016. Owners may call MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C1008310.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.