NHTSA Recall 04V477000: Hub (suspension)
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,892 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FM617.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V477000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C0021113 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › HUB |
| Report received | October 7, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 28, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks using an f060t or f070t front axle, the front wheel hub outer bearing lock nut may have been improperly tightened during assembly, and an insufficient amount of grease may have been applied to the outer bearing.
Safety risk
These conditions could result in the outer bearing generating excessive heat and/or breaking, causing the vehicle to become disabled. The excessive heat could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no.c0021113.customers can also 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 04V477000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM61F | 2005 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM64F | 2005 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM657 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM65F | 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.