Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1106210 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | April 20, 2000 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Hino |
| Component | Wiring |
| Production period | February 25, 1993 — August 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 40 units |
Defect
In the electrical system of diesel-electric hybrid vehicles, the contact between the battery cable connector terminals is insufficient on some vehicles. Continued use in this condition causes the connector terminals to generate heat. In the worst case, the plastic connector case may melt and the engine may become unable to start.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, replace the affected battery cable with the corrected part. Additionally, update the owner's manual and technical service manual to reflect the maintenance procedures applicable to the corrected part.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 5 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.
| Type code (型式) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| KC-FC1WEBA | Rising Ranger | FC1WEB-10011 |
| KC-FC1WJBA | Rising Ranger | FC1WJB-10001 — FC1WJB-10044 |
| U-FC1WJAV | Day Cab Ranger | FC1WJA-10011 |
| U-FC3WJAA | Day Cab Ranger | FC3WJA-10001 — FC3WJA-11092 |
| U-FD3WGAA | CRUISING RANGER | FD3WGA-50173 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
ディーゼル・電気式ハイブリッド自動車の電気装置において、バッテリーケーブルのコ ネクタ端子間の接触が不十分なものがあるため、そのままの状態で使用を続けると、当該 コネクタ端子間が発熱し、最悪の場合、コネクタの樹脂ケースが溶損し、原動機の始動が できなくなるするおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、当該バッテリーケーブルを対策品に交換する。また、取扱説明書及び構造説明 書の記載を対策品の整備方法に合った記載に変更する。
Source & verification
This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:
https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3000232