NHTSA Recall 09V449000: Equipment
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16,384 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V449000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C1004110 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | November 19, 2009 |
| Owner notification | February 19, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi fuso is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d and fg84d vehicles. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack, causing abnormal noise.
Safety risk
All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 19, 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes
Mitsubishi recall no. C1004110.owners 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 09V449000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
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.