DECEMBER 2008 -- Hino is recalling 130 MY 2008-2009 ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J conventional trucks. The rear axle U-bolts were not properly tightened. The lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing. This gap could allow the u-bolts to loosen and/or cause the lower spring seat to crack. The axle could become misaligned and/or separated from the mountings increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat. The U-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. The recall is expected to begin during January 2009. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9330. 08V-667

NOVEMBER 2008 -- Hino is recalling 3,836 MY 2008 ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J Class 6 and 7 conventional cab, medium duty trucks equipped with J08E-TV or J08E-TW engines. There is an improper shape of the supply pump coupler located between the supply pump and the air compressor. The coupling may crack, the gear train and valves of the engine could break, and the engine could stop running. This would disable the power steering system, stop the supply of air to the air tank, and may result in insufficient braking power, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will repair the coupling. The recall is expected to begin on or about December 15, 2008. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9330. 08V-613

SEPTEMBER 2008 -- Hino is recalling 1,195 MY 2007-2009 NV8J trucks. During the manufacturing process, the propeller shaft bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process. If the bolts were to loosen, it could cause a vibration in the driveline. If this vibration were ignored, the propeller shaft could separate from the mating flange. This could potentially result in damage to property and/or result in a crash. Dealers will replace the propeller shaft bolts. The recall is expected to begin during October 2008. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9300. 08V-471