NHTSA Recall 08V667000: Suspension: rear
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 130 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Cable Car Trolley Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V667000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M0140 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | December 18, 2008 |
| Owner notification | January 19, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hino is recalling 130 my 2008-2009 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j conventional trucks. The rear axle u-bolts were not properly tightened. The lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing.
Safety risk
This gap could allow the u-bolts to loosen and/or cause the lower spring seat to crack. The axle could become misaligned and/or separated from the mountings increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. The u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. The recall began on january 19, 2009. Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.
Notes
Hino recall no. M0140.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 08V667000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cable Car Trolley Bus | 2006 |
| Hino ND8J | 2009 |
| Hino NE8J | 2009 |
| Hino NJ8J | 2009 |
| Hino NV8J | 2009 |
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.