Vehicle recall 17V493000 · August 7, 2017
Hino NE8J, NJ8J and 1 more model
The door hinge bolts on these vehicles may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly allowing the door to open while driving.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J vehicles. The door hinge bolts on these vehicles may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly allowing the door to open while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
- Consequence
- The loose door hinges can cause the door to operate improperly and possibly open, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the door hinge bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2017. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is M0300.
- Notes
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V493000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 7, 2017
- Filed by
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- M0300
- Owner notification
- October 9, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 99
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Vehicles covered
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