Vehicle Make / Model: MITSUBISHI FUSO / FE83D MITSUBISHI FUSO / FE84D MITSUBISHI FUSO / FE85D MITSUBISHI FUSO / FG84D |
Model Year(s): 2005-2007 2005-2007 2005-2007 2005-2007 |
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Report Receipt Date: NOV 23, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V545000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 13,644
Summary:
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 FE83D, FE84D, FE85D, and FG84D trucks; manufactured from May 27, 2004, through May 14, 2007. The fuel pipes may crack due to an improper manufacturing process. Additionally, the fuel pipe flare nuts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence:
Cracked fuel pipes or loose fuel pipe flare nuts may leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy:
MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes and tighten or replace them as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact MFTA at 1-856-467-4500.
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