NHTSA Recall 23V457000: U-bolt, leaf spring to axle (suspension)
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 64 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Hino NE7A.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V457000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M0420 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › SPRINGS › LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY › U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE |
| Report received | June 29, 2023 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2023 NE7A, NJ7A, and NV7A vehicles. The front axle U-bolts that secure the front leaf spring assembly may be over-tightened, which can cause the U-bolts to break and detach.
Safety risk
Broken U-bolts can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts and upper seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0420.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V457000
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.