NHTSA recall 26V175000 · Mar 23, 2026
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.: Incorrect U-Bolt Maintenance Instructions
Product
2026 NV7G, NV7D, NJ7E, NJ7D, NH7K, NE7D, and NH7G vehicles
Hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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- 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.
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 661
- Manufacturer campaign number
- M0490
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 14, 2026, 1:15 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.
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