NHTSA Recall 20V646000: Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (engine and engine cooling)
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,294 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mitsubishi Fuso FEC7T.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V646000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C10114 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE |
| Report received | October 19, 2020 |
| Owner notification | December 11, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, FEC9T vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.
Safety risk
Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C10114.
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 20V646000
| 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.