Mitsubishi fuso/front wheel hub bearing
Defect Summary
On certain medium duty trucks, the front hub outer wheel bearing may become damaged due to improper lubrication.
Safety Consequence
This could cause smoke from the area of the front wheel hub, or the vehicle could become inoperable due to bearing seizure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the wheel hub bearings, and if the bearings show a sign of damage or breakage, will replace the bearing with a new one. owner notification began august 20, 2003. owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-877-711-0707.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 03V278000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V278000?
NHTSA recall 03V278000 was issued by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. on August 1, 2003. It addresses: Mitsubishi fuso/front wheel hub bearing. The recall affects approximately 1,913 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V278000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.