Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V613000 Reported November 24, 2008

Supply pump coupler

Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 3,836 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V613000
Manufacturer Campaign
A6160
Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc.
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
3,836
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 24, 2008

Defect Summary

Hino is recalling 3,836 my 2008 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j class 6 and 7, conventional cab, medium duty trucks equiped with j08e-tv or j08e-tw engines. there is an improper shape of the supply pump coupler located between the supply pump and the air compressor. the coupling may crack, the gear train and valves of the engine could break, and the engine could stop running.

Safety Consequence

This would disable the power steering system, stop the supply of air to the air tank, and may result in insufficient braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will repair the coupling. the recall began on january 5, 2009. owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.

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 08V613000 or campaign A6160.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V613000

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

What is recall 08V613000?

NHTSA recall 08V613000 was issued by Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. on November 24, 2008. It addresses: Supply pump coupler. The recall affects approximately 3,836 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hino Motors Sales U.s.a., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V613000 or the manufacturer campaign number A6160. 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.