NHTSA Recall 12V555000: Electrical system: wiring and cables (electrical system)
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 35,142 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Hino NA6J.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V555000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A8310 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | December 3, 2012 |
| Owner notification | January 17, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the B+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Safety risk
If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9390.
Notes
Hino's recall campaign number is A8310.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V555000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hino NA6J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino NB6J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino NC6J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino ND8J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino NE8J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino NF8J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino NJ8J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hino NV8J | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.