Vehicle recall 26V175000 · March 23, 2026
Hino NE7D, NH7G and 5 more models
The owner's manual may include incorrect maintenance instructions about how to retighten U-bolts.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2026 NV7G, NV7D, NJ7E, NJ7D, NH7K, NE7D, and NH7G vehicles. The owner's manual may include incorrect maintenance instructions about how to retighten U-bolts.
- Consequence
- Referencing incorrect information may lead to unintentionally overtightening the U-bolts. The bolts can break, shifting the axle and leaf springs and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2026. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0490.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V175000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 23, 2026
- Filed by
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- M0490
- Owner notification
- April 9, 2026
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 661
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manual
Vehicles covered
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