REC-006336

active

2023–2025 Hino 300 Series

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: HINO MOTOR SALES AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

Recall date: 17 April 2025

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the spare tyre carrier connection bolts may not have been fastened with sufficient torque and could become loose. As a result, the spare tyre and carrier bracket could detach from the vehicle whilst driving.

Hazard

If the spare tyre and carrier bracket detaches from the vehicle whilst driving, it could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to other road users and bystanders.

Remedy

Hino will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment with their nearest authorised Hino dealer to inspect the spare tyre carrier bracket and connection bolts, and replace free of charge if required.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — HINO MOTOR SALES AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. — 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: vehiclerecalls.gov.au