2004 MITSUBISHI FUSO FM657 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
04V437000 on 09/09/2004
Component:
Interior lighting
Manufactured:
04/13/1995 - 12/22/2003
Affected:
16,101
Defect:
On certain trucks, the rebound cushion may stick to the hook hinge bracket, due to improper rubber composition of the cushion. this condition could result in the hook pin bracket remaining in the up (cab closed) position when the cab latch is unlocked. with the hook pin bracket in the up position, the cab tilt lock switch remains closed, improperly indicating that the cab latch is locked.
Consequence:
If the cab latch is unlocked for any reason, the instrument panel cab lock indicator will not notify the driver that the cab tilt lock mechanism is in the unlocked position. a crash could occur without prior warning.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the rebound cushion with a modified component and adjust the cable tilt lock switch and bottom bracket at the rear cab mount. the recall began on october 28, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
Notes:
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. s3026120.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V477000 on 10/17/2004
Component:
Suspension:front:hub
Manufactured:
04/12/2000 - 12/23/2003
Affected:
2,892
Defect:
On certain trucks using an f060t or f070t front axle, the front wheel hub outer bearing lock nut may have been improperly tightened during assembly, and an insufficient amount of grease may have been applied to the outer bearing.
Consequence:
These conditions could result in the outer bearing generating excessive heat and/or breaking, causing the vehicle to become disabled. the excessive heat could cause a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the inner and outer front wheel hub bearings, and replace any bearing with signs of damage. the recall began on october 28, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes:
Mitsubishi fuso recall no.c0021113.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06V409000 on 10/26/2006
Component:
Parking brake:conventional:air
Manufactured:
09/06/2000 - 12/23/2003
Affected:
218
Defect:
On certain trucks, equipped with a full air brake system, there may be 3 possible defects related to the parking brake chamber portion of the air brake chamber assembly. they are as follows: (1) due to improper installation of the parking brake chamber end cap during assembly, water may enter the parking brake chamber, causing corrosion of the power spring, leading to possible spring failure. in the worst case, resultant damage could cause the parking brake to engage while the parking brake lever is in the released (off) position. (2) due to improper end cap attaching screw dimensions, water may enter the parking brake chamber, causing corrosion of the power spring, leading to possible spring failure. in the worst case, resultant damage could cause the parking brake to engage while the parking brake lever is in the released (off) position. (3) due to improper tightening of the end cap attaching screw during assembly, water may enter into the parking brake chamber, causing corrosion of the power spring, leading to possible spring failure. in the worst case, resultant damage could cause the parking brake to engage while the parking brake lever is in the released (off) position.
Consequence:
Continued operation in this condition could cause corrosion of the power spring in the parking brake chamber, leading to possible spring failure. in the worst case, resultant damage could cause the parking brake to engage while the parking brake lever is in the released (off) position and the vehicle could crash without warning.
Correction:
Dealers will for item (1) above, inspect the parking brake chamber. the end cap will be replaced with a modified part. if corrosion is found inside of the chamber, or on the power spring, the parking brake chamber will be replaced. for items 2 and 3, the dealer will check the manufacturer identification mark on parking brake chamber. if mgm is stamped on the chamber, it will be inspected and then adhesive will be applied to the end cap attaching screw on these units. if corrosion is found inside of the brake chamber or on the power spring, the parking brake chamber will be replaced. the recall began on november 9, 2006. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes:
Mitsubishi fuso recall no. c1001320.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E010000 on 03/29/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
156
Defect:
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america (mfta) is recalling 156 halogen sealed beam high beam headlamp assemblies sold between october 24, 2007 and december 2, 2008 for use as replacement equipment for certain mitsubishi fuso trucks. these lamps fail to conform to the sae standards or recommended practices referenced in table i of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
The purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries from motor vehicle crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway.
Correction:
Mfta will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the safety recall began on april 15, 2009. owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.
Notes:
Mfta's recall no. c1003910.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
18V047000 on 01/16/2018
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
04/02/2003 - 03/02/2017
Affected:
1,153
Defect:
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain 2004-2017 fe84d, fe85d, fec52, fec72, fec92, fgb72, fk61f and fm657 trucks. these trucks are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Correction:
Mfta will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2018. owners may contact mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. mfta's number for this recall is mfv00001.
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.

2004 MITSUBISHI FUSO FM657 TSBs (2)

Bulletin:
1002810
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Product improvement campaign c1002810-fm65 a/t oil cooler -- certain 2001-2007 model year fm657 & fm65f trucks produced from jan. 7, 2000 through dec. 22, 2006 equipped with an allison md3060 transmission. *nj
Bulletin:
SC-C-0040690
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Mitsubishi truck: dpf caution label. enclosed is a replacement self adhesive diesel particulate filter (dpf) caution label to install over the existing label and a replacement dpf hang tag for the truck. the new label and hang tag better

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