HINO 2012 HINO NE8J Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 HINO NE8J
Brand
HINO
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC. is recalling certain 2012 HINO NE8J vehicles due to power train:axle assembly issues. THE WHEEL-HUB AND AXLE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
HINO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2012 ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, AND NV8J COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 25, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE WHEEL-END RETAINER ON THE FRONT OR REAR AXLE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
THE WHEEL-HUB AND AXLE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
HINO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLIES AND, IF THE AXLE IS FOUND TO BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEEL END RETAINING HARDWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 19, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HINO AT 1-248-699-9390.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026