repaired · 2021 Q4
Service brakes
Risk. If the vehicle pulls left, it may cross into another lane unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
2012 Hino NJ8jProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2012 Hino NJ8j. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-607 the manufacturer reports only 70% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 18, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Hino NJ8j has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2012 Hino NJ8j recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Engine: diesel
Risk. Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q1
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
no report yet
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. THE WHEEL-HUB AND AXLE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Hino.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other NJ8j year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the NJ8j median. How we score
'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
Own a 2012 NJ8j?
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