recall information
Recall number
REC-003227
PRA number
2009/10964
Campaign number
RC0309FPFSFVOIL
Original published date
make and model information
Make
MITSUBISHI FUSO
Model
Heavy FP, FS, FV
Affected units
123
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing error within the fuel injection pump it is possible that engine oil and fuel could become mixed and find its way into the engine.
Should this occur an unexpected increase in engine speed will result, and once the engine is stopped, it may not restart.
In an extreme case this fuel/oil mixture could come into contact with hot engine components.
Should this occur an unexpected increase in engine speed will result, and once the engine is stopped, it may not restart.
In an extreme case this fuel/oil mixture could come into contact with hot engine components.
What are the hazards?
Vehicle malfunction
What should consumers do?
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation will write to owners of all affected vehicles.
Further information is available from your selling dealer or Tony Culvenor of Fuso Truck & Bus Service Department on 03 9566 6228.
If you have sold the vehicle, please contact Mitsubishi Fuso with the new owners details by telephone or e-mail: tony.culvenor@daimler.com
Further information is available from your selling dealer or Tony Culvenor of Fuso Truck & Bus Service Department on 03 9566 6228.
If you have sold the vehicle, please contact Mitsubishi Fuso with the new owners details by telephone or e-mail: tony.culvenor@daimler.com
Supplier details
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
