NHTSA Recall 20V645000: Vacuum (service brakes)
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,873 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V645000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C10118 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM |
| Report received | October 19, 2020 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, and FEC9T vehicles. The brake booster vacuum pump assembly may be affected by heat radiating off the exhaust manifold during normal engine operation. This heat can cause the diaphragm in the pump to crack, resulting in loss of vacuum in the vacuum pump.
Safety risk
If loss of vacuum occurs, power brake assist may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the vacuum pump and install exhaust heat shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2021. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.
Notes
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 20V645000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso FEC9T | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Mitsubishi Fuso Feczt | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.