Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V098000 Reported February 25, 2004

Hino/fmvss 108/reverse backup switch

Q: What is recall 04V098000?

NHTSA recall 04V098000 was issued by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. on February 25, 2004. It addresses: Hino/fmvss 108/reverse backup switch. The recall affects approximately 255 vehicles , with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. · Exterior Lighting · 255 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04V098000

Manufacturer Campaign

A3260

Manufacturer

Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc.

Component

Exterior Lighting

Vehicles Affected

255

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

February 25, 2004

Defect Summary

Certain trucks equipped with manual transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." a reverse backup switch may have been contaminated during the manufacturing process. the neutral safety switch may not allow the cruise control to engage.

Safety Consequence

This does not meet the requirements of the standard. also, this could cause the cruise control not to be activated. the reverse backup light and buzzer stays on.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the switches. owner notification began on april 19, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hino at 1-845-365-1400.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04V098000 or campaign A3260.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 04V098000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V098000?

NHTSA recall 04V098000 was issued by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. on February 25, 2004. It addresses: Hino/fmvss 108/reverse backup switch. The recall affects approximately 255 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V098000 or the manufacturer campaign number A3260. 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.