Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1124360 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | December 3, 2009 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Mitsubishi |
| Component | Body |
| Production period | February 13, 2008 — July 31, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 24 units |
Defect
On refuse collection vehicles, the mounting bracket securing the cargo bed to the chassis frame does not maintain adequate clearance from the rear tires. When the vehicle rides over a step or curb, the inner surface of the rear tire may contact the bracket and sustain damage.
Corrective action
Reposition the mounting bracket to secure adequate clearance. Inspect the affected tires, and replace any tire showing contact damage with a new one.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| KK-FE73EB | ふそうキャンター | FE73EB-502495 |
| PA-FE73DB | ふそうキャンター | FE73DB-510047 |
| PDG-FE73DB | ふそうキャンター | FE73D-540326 — FE73D-560131 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
塵芥車において、荷台をシャシフレームに固定するマウンティングブラケットと後輪タイヤの隙間確保が不適切なため、段差乗り上げ時などに、後輪内側のタイヤが接触し損傷するおそれがある。
改善措置
マウンティングブラケットの位置を変更し、隙間を確保する。また、当該タイヤを点検し、接触による損傷があるものはタイヤを新品に交換する。
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=3002242
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