UD Trucks Corporation recalls 2008 UD Ud1800, Hino Replacement Engine

Recall date

October 3, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

17E058000

Brand / firm

UD, UD Trucks

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

UD Trucks Corporation (UD) is recalling one Hino Motors engine, model J08EUJ, sold as a replacement engine for a 2008 UD1800 HD truck. This engine has wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.

What to do

UD will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the stampings on the connecting rods, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2017. Owners may contact UD customer service at 1-336-291-5237.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.