NHTSA Recall 08V408000: Engine and engine cooling
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,957 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V408000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C1003710 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | August 15, 2008 |
| Owner notification | October 10, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi fuso is recalling 2,957 my 2008 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d, and fg84d trucks. The bolt holes in the turbocharger bracket, where the turbocharger is affixed, were manufactured with insufficient clearance. Stress is placed on the mounting boss when the bracket is affixed to the turbocharger, due to insufficient clearance between the affixing bolts and bracket holes.
Safety risk
In this condition, expansion and contraction of the turbocharger housing mounting boss during normal engine operation may cause thermal fatigue of the turbocharger housing. The turbocharger housing may crack, releasing exhaust gases that could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the bracket. The recall began on october 10, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1003710.customers may 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 08V408000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D | 2008 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2008 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2008 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D | 2008 |
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.