Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V471000 Reported September 18, 2008

Propeller shaft bolts

Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. · Power Train · 1,195 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V471000
Manufacturer Campaign
M0120
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
1,195
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 18, 2008

Defect Summary

Hino is recalling 1,195 my 2007-2009 nv8j trucks. during the manufacturing process, the propeller shaft bolts may not have been properly tightened during the manufacturing process.

Safety Consequence

If the bolts were to loosen, it could cause a vibration in the driveline. if this vibration were ignored, the propeller shaft could separate from the mating flange. this could potentially result in damage to property and/or result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the propeller shaft bolts. The recall began on october 14, 2008. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9300.

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 Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 08V471000 or campaign M0120.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V471000

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

What is recall 08V471000?

NHTSA recall 08V471000 was issued by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. on September 18, 2008. It addresses: Propeller shaft bolts. The recall affects approximately 1,195 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V471000 or the manufacturer campaign number M0120. 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.