Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V196000 Reported June 7, 2006

Rear axle housing brake connector joint

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 69 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V196000
Manufacturer Campaign
C1000810
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
69
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 7, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, an excessive amount of weld material may be present on the rear axle housing at the joint retainer. the clearance between the joint retainer and brake connector may be beyond specification and could cause the attaching bolt to loosen allowing the brake pipe to vibrate.

Safety Consequence

The brake pipe could crack, allowing brake fluid to leak, decreasing braking performance and causing a crash without warning.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and remove excessive weld material and repair free of charge. the recall began on june 14, 2006. owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 856-467-3917.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 06V196000 or campaign C1000810.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V196000

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

What is recall 06V196000?

NHTSA recall 06V196000 was issued by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. on June 7, 2006. It addresses: Rear axle housing brake connector joint. The recall affects approximately 69 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V196000 or the manufacturer campaign number C1000810. 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.