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2005 Hino ND8J: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the 2005 Hino ND8J. The newest campaign is 14V791000. NHTSA received the report on 15 Dec 2014. The NHTSA record gives the component Parking Brake. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 14V791000, in the NHTSA record

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install a new parking brake lever that contains a two-way damper and a roller at the cable joining pin, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9330. Hino's number for this recall is A9970. Note: This recall supersedes 13V-614.
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Recall campaigns

10 campaigns, newest first. 86,990 units in total.

  • 14V791000Parking Brake
  • 12V555000Electrical System / Wiring
  • 08V195000Suspension / Front
  • 07V208000Engine and Engine Cooling
  • 06V157000Engine and Engine Cooling
  • 04V448000Steering
  • 04V439000Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal
  • 04V374000Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
  • 04V202000Steering / Linkages
  • 04V098000Exterior Lighting / Back Up Lights

  1. 14V791000Received . 8,140 units.

    Parking Brake

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain model year 2005-2015 Hino ND8J, NE8J, and NF8J trucks manufactured August 26, 2003, to May 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, components of the parking brake handle assembly may wear, resulting in either the parking brake unexpectedly releasing when engaged or preventing the parking brake from fully engaging.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Either parking brake condition may result in the vehicle rolling unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install a new parking brake lever that contains a two-way damper and a roller at the cable joining pin, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9330. Hino's number for this recall is A9970. Note: This recall supersedes 13V-614.

    Report filed by Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number A9970. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 12V555000Received . 35,142 units.

    Electrical System / Wiring

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the B+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9390.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A8310. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 08V195000Received . 16,805 units.

    Suspension / Front

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Hino is recalling 16,805 my 2005-2008 na6j, nb6j, nc6j, nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j trucks. The two vertical right/left side front spring bracket bolts were not tightened properly during the assembly process. This may cause increased stress on the spring bracket which can lead to cracking of the bracket.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This could reduce steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the vertical front spring bracket attachment bolts on right/left hanger brackets and re-torque all associated bolts free of charge. The recall began on september 8, 2008. Owners may contact hino at 248-699-9300.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A5850. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 07V208000Received . 14,588 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    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).

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A5340.

  5. 06V157000Received . 3,930 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the auto tensioner, install upgraded mounting bolts, and replace the accessory drive belt free of charge. The recall began on may 2, 2006. Owners may contact hino motors at 248-648-6430. This campaign has been superseded - please see 07v208.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A4790.

  6. 04V448000Received . 3,366 units.

    Steering

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks, when the steering wheel is being turned, the dust cover may twine with the steering shaft and could result in the steering wheel operation becoming heavy.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Loss of steering control may occur, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will remove the old dust cover and install a newly designed cover. The recall began october 8, 2004. Owners should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A3740. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 04V439000Received . 3,366 units.

    Vehicle Speed Control / Accelerator Pedal

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain cab and chassis trucks, when excessive force is applied to the accelerator pedal, beyond that required to achieve full acceleration, the pedal may become wedged between the floor panel and the carpet.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    When this occurs, the accelerator pedal will become wedged in the full throttle position which could result in a crash without warning.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect the accelerator pedal height to determine if it is within specifications. If either the pedal height or the accelerator rod is not within specifications, replace the accelerator assembly. In addition, a new bracket containing an accelerator pedal stopper will be installed. The recall began on september 8, 2004. Owners should contact hino customer service at 1-845-365-1400.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A3720.

  8. 04V374000Received . 588 units.

    Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks, the power steering pipe clamp was not installed.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The pipe could fracture causing the loss of power steering, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect each vehicle and determine if the power steering clip is installed. If the power steering pipe clip is not installed, the correct clip will be added. The recall began on august 23, 2004. Owners should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A3600. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 04V202000Received . 810 units.

    Steering / Linkages

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain trucks, the pinch bolt nut of the yoke connecting the steering gearbox and the steering wheel shaft backed out.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This could cause the yoke and the steering wheel shaft to separate which could result in loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and retorque the pinch bolt nut as necessary. Owner notification began may 7, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A3370. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 04V098000Received . 255 units.

    Exterior Lighting / Back Up Lights

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Certain trucks equipped with manual transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." a reverse backup switch may have been contaminated during the manufacturing process. The neutral safety switch may not allow the cruise control to engage.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This does not meet the requirements of the standard. Also, this could cause the cruise control not to be activated. The reverse backup light and buzzer stays on.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the switches. Owner notification began on april 19, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.

    Report filed by HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.. Manufacturer campaign number A3260. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

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Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 200510
  2. 20068
  3. 20076
  4. 20085
  5. 20093
  6. 20103
  7. 20112
  8. 20123
  9. 20132
  10. 20141
  11. 20151

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Recall Register. 2005 Hino ND8J: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/hino/nd8j/2005/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2005 Hino ND8J?
86,990 units in 10 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Hino ND8J have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for the Hino ND8J, model years 2005 to 2015. 10 of them name the 2005 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2005 Hino ND8J open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.