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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V449📅 Nov 19, 2009

2005–2010 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D & 2005–2010 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D + 2 more recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Mitsubishi fuso is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 FE83D, FE84D, FE85D and FG84D vehicles. The weather resistance properties of the air intake duct rubber cushions is insufficient. During normal vehicle operation, the rubber cushions deteriorate and crack, causing abnormal noise.

💥 The risk

All of the rubber cushions could crack, allowing the air intake duct to fall off of the truck increasing the risk of crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace all of the air intake duct rubber cushions with components manufactured to proper specifications. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 19, 2010. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
09V449000
Manufacturer recall #
C1004110
Manufacturer
MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
16,384
Component
EQUIPMENT
Owner phone
1-856-467-4500
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 19, 2010
Built
May 27, 2004 – Sep 28, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Mitsubishi recall no. C1004110.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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 09V449 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 09V449?

2005–2010 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D & 2005–2010 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D + 2 more. 16,384 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mitsubishi Fuso dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-856-467-4500.