Safety Recall NHTSA · 96V243000 Reported December 5, 1996

Hino/universal joint assembly

Hino Diesel Trucks(usa) · Power Train · 606 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
96V243000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
606
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 5, 1996

Defect Summary

The propeller shaft universal joints are damaged.

Safety Consequence

These damaged universal joint assemblies can lead to abnormal wear of the universal joint bearings resulting in propeller shaft failure.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the two affected universal joint assemblies.

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 Diesel Trucks(usa) dealer and reference recall ID 96V243000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 96V243000

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

What is recall 96V243000?

NHTSA recall 96V243000 was issued by Hino Diesel Trucks(usa) on December 5, 1996. It addresses: Hino/universal joint assembly. The recall affects approximately 606 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hino Diesel Trucks(usa) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V243000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.