NHTSA Recall 04V478000: Hub (suspension)
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,537 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FH210.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V478000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R3123510 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › HUB |
| Report received | October 7, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 28, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks trucks equipped with an f040t 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. R3123510.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 04V478000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FH210 | 2003, 2004 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FH211 | 2003, 2004 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FH617 | 2003 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FK617 | 2004 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FK61F | 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.