NHTSA Recall 06V195000: Floor shift (power train)
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,045 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FK61F.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V195000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C1000720 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › LEVER AND LINKAGE › FLOOR SHIFT |
| Report received | June 6, 2006 |
| Owner notification | August 16, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, the automatic transmission (a/t) selector lever may have been improperly machined allowing excessive play in the lever, causing improper engagement of the "p" range (park).
Safety risk
The transmission could remain in the "r" range (reverse) after shifting the vehicle into park allowing the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the a/t control lever assembly, a/t shift control cable and proper parking procedures label free of charge. The recall began on august 16, 2006. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1000720.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V195000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FK61F | 2005, 2006 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM61F | 2005, 2006 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FM64F | 2005, 2006 |
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.