REC-000402

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0 Hino 300 SERIES

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Hino Motor Sales Australia

Recall date: 22 February 2017

Defect

The fuel filter element installed on the engine may crack if the engine is started and stopped frequently as durability of the fuel filter element is not enough to endure changes in the fuel pressure.

Hazard

The crack in the fuel filter element may spread if the vehicle continues to be used. This can cause the element to break, resulting in fuel leakage.

Remedy

Owners will be contacted by direct mail. Owners should return their vehicle to an authorised Hino dealer for inspection and repair.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Hino Motor Sales Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000402