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NHTSA recall,

Hino: NV7G, NV7D, NJ7E, and 4 more (2026)

Referencing incorrect information may lead to unintentionally overtightening the U-bolts.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. is recalling certain 2026 NV7G, NV7D, NJ7E, NJ7D, NH7K, NE7D, and NH7G vehicles because the owner's manual may include incorrect maintenance instructions about how to retighten U-bolts. Referencing incorrect information may lead to unintentionally overtightening the U-bolts, which can break, shifting the axle and leaf springs and increasing the risk of a crash. The recall was reported to NHTSA on March 23, 2026, and affects 661 vehicles nationwide.

The issue is in the equipment component, specifically the owner's manual instructions. Dealers will replace the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2026.

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What to do

If you own a vehicle in this recall:

  1. Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  2. Dealers will replace the owner's manual, free of charge.
  3. You may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390.
  4. Look for the owner letter. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2026.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

Dealers will replace the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2026. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0490.

Is your Hino affected?

7 models

These models and years may be affected.

Model years
2026

Hino

  • NE7D
  • NH7G
  • NH7K
  • NJ7D
  • NJ7E
  • NV7D
  • NV7G

Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.

Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Component
Vehicle equipment defect
Campaign
26V175000
Vehicles affected
661
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters mailed
Manufacturer's recall number
M0490
Manufacturer phone
1-248-699-9390

Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

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Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 2, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)