recall information
Recall number
REC-006215
Campaign number
TB-1811, TB-1813 and TB-1816
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Hino
Model
FG 1628
Year range
2014 - 2021
Affected units
15
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the tailgate cylinder pivot pin may break. If this occurs, it can result in the tailgate door dropping to a vertical position.
What are the hazards?
If the tailgate drops to a vertical position, it may increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to the operator or bystanders behind the vehicle.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact Bucher Municipal immediately to schedule an appointment to have the work carried out, free of charge.
Supplier details
Bucher Municipal Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Bucher Municipal Pty Ltd.
Contact phone
03 9271 6400
Contact email
vicservice@buchermunicipal.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
