Vehicle recall 07V208000 · May 9, 2007

Hino ND8J, NE8J and 2 more models

On certain trucks equipped with bando belt tensioner, corrosion or rust may develop on the tensioner spindle or bushing causing the auto tensioner to become stiff or bind.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: On certain trucks equipped with bando belt tensioner, corrosion or rust may develop on the tensioner spindle or bushing causing the auto tensioner to become stiff or bind. This can cause the drive belt to suddenly come off or the auto tensioner mounting bolts could suddenly break.
Consequence: If the drive belt comes off, the alternator warning lamp will illuminate. If the warning is ignored, this condition could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall) increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the auto tensioner, install upgraded mounting bolts, and replace the accessory drive belt free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2007. Owners may contact hino motors at 248-648-6430. Note: this recall supersedes a previous campaign (please see 06V157).
Notes: Hino recall no. A5340.CUSTOMERS mayalso 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 07V208000
Reported to NHTSA: May 9, 2007
Filed by: HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.
Manufacturer campaign: A5340
Owner notification: April 25, 2007
Vehicles potentially affected: 14,588
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine and engine cooling

Recall 07V208000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Hino ND8J (2005-2007): 2007, 2006, 2005
Hino NE8J (2005-2007): 2007, 2006, 2005
Hino NJ8J (2005-2007): 2007, 2006, 2005
Hino NV8J (2005-2007): 2007, 2006, 2005

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