Service brakesRecall 19V-044 · 2007–2019 Hino NJ8j
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. recall 19V-044 covers 7,231 2007–2019 Hino NJ8j for a service brakes problem, reported to NHTSA on January 18, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q4) shows 74% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V044000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2007-2019 NJ8J (258ALP) vehicles. These vehicles do not have dust shields on the front brake assemblies. During wet conditions, uneven water saturation on the front brake assemblies may result in the vehicle pulling to the left during hard braking.
The risk
If the vehicle pulls left, it may cross into another lane unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install new brake drums with dust shields, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AACL0.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
74%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.