NHTSA Recall 04V202000: Linkages (steering)
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 810 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Hino NA6J.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V202000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A3370 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | April 28, 2004 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, the pinch bolt nut of the yoke connecting the steering gearbox and the steering wheel shaft backed out.
Safety risk
This could cause the yoke and the steering wheel shaft to separate which could result in loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and retorque the pinch bolt nut as necessary. Owner notification began may 7, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.
Notes
Hino recall no. A3370.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V202000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hino NA6J | 2005 |
| Hino NB6J | 2005 |
| Hino NC6J | 2005 |
| Hino ND8J | 2005 |
| Hino NE8J | 2005 |
| Hino NV8J | 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.