Vehicle recall 04V436000 · September 8, 2004
Mitsubishi Fuso FM617, FM657 and 1 more model
On certain trucks, the clearance between the cab main hook and the surrounding components may be insufficient.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain trucks, the clearance between the cab main hook and the surrounding components may be insufficient. Repeated normal cab tilting operation could cause the cab tilt system components to become damaged in the area of the cab main hook.
- Consequence
- If damage occurs, the cab main hook could latch improperly, and in the worst case, the cab could tilt forward during normal vehicle operation. A crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the cab hook, lock lever and control lever bracket with modified components. The recall began on October 28, 2004. Owners should contact Mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
- Notes
- Mitsubishi fuso recall NO.R3120420.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V436000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 8, 2004
- Filed by
- MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- R3120420
- Owner notification
- October 28, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,609
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mitsubishi Fuso FK617 (1996-1998): 1998, 1997, 1996
- Mitsubishi Fuso FM617 (1996-1999): 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996
- Mitsubishi Fuso FM657 (1996-1999): 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996
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