Pvc pipe heater short circuit may cause fire
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi fuso truck of america, inc. (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 fec52, fec72, fec92 trucks manufactured february 4, 2011, to march 31, 2015, and 2012-2015 fgb72 trucks manufactured june 22, 2011, to april 8, 2014. the affected vehicles are equipped with an optional cold weather pvc heater kit. in these vehicles, the pvc pipe heater wiring may chafe on a metal clamp possibly resulting in the wire short circuiting.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Mfta will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pvc pipe heater, free of charge. the recall began on april 6, 2016. owners may call mfta customer service at 1-877-711-0707. mfta's number for this recall is c1008310.
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FAQ: Recall 16V116000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V116000?
NHTSA recall 16V116000 was issued by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. on February 29, 2016. It addresses: Pvc pipe heater short circuit may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 853 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V116000 or the manufacturer campaign number C1008310. 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.