Steering arm
Defect Summary
On certain trucks, during assembly, the drag link attachment nuts at the pitman arm and steering arm may have been incorrectly torqued. residual grease and paint which was applied as a rust inhibitor on the steering arm may have contributed to a loss of torque after assembly.
Safety Consequence
Increased wear for the draglink connections can occur creating a noticeable increase in the amount of steering wheel free play. if this condition was ignored, a loss of steering control of the vehicle could occur which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the steering arm tightness and remove all grease and paint from the steering arms and retorque the draglink attachment nuts at the steering arm and pitman arm. the recall began on may 12, 2006. owners may contact hino at 1-248-648-6430.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 06V169000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V169000?
NHTSA recall 06V169000 was issued by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. on May 18, 2006. It addresses: Steering arm. The recall affects approximately 5,072 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V169000 or the manufacturer campaign number M0050. 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.