Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Hino recalls trucks because overtightened U-bolts may lead to loss of steering ability, (Apr 29, 2015)

By John Dumoulin

Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., has recalled an estimated 1,939 model year 2015-2016 238, 258, 268, and 338 trucks manufactured from January 5, 2015, to March 20, 2015, because the U-bolt that connects the suspension springs to the front axle in the affected vehicles may have been overtightened. If the U-bolt was overtightened, the bolt may stretch, resulting in it loosening or failing. Either result may cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash, according to Hino (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 15V208, Report receipt date: April 7, 2015).

Remedy. The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Contact information. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. 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.

Companies: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc.

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