Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
- Component
- Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
- Manufacturer
- Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 985
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-11-09
- Owners notified
- 2024-01-03
Defect description
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Hino NE7A, NE7B, NJ7A, NJ7B, NV7A, and NV7B vehicles equipped with a 2500 series transmission. The transmission shift selector has a Park 'P' position, even though the transmission does not contain a mechanical park mechanism.
Safety risk
The vehicle may rollaway if the shift selector is set to Park 'P' without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the shift selector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 03, 2024. Owners may contact Hino customer service at (248) 699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is M0440.