2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52 has 0 complaints and 10 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners frequently report issues related to various vehicle systems as addressed in multiple recalls affecting fuel, transmission, parking brake, and other components.
There are 10 recalls associated with this vehicle that cover a range of systems including the fuel system, automatic transmission, parking brake, brakes, engine components, and onboard equipment such as fire extinguishers. The recalls involve defects that pose risks such as fuel leaks, transmission failure, brake performance issues, and fire hazards.
Recalls- Parking brake cable nut. Recall 12V534000 affects 6,538 vehicles. The parking brake cable nut may have been insufficiently tightened causing cable loosening and possible vehicle rollaway. Dealers will inspect and tighten the nut free of charge.
- Fuel return hose routing. Recall 12V424000 covers 4,885 vehicles. Improper hose routing near the fuel filter clamp may allow disconnection and fuel leakage increasing fire risk. The fix installs a clip and corrects hose routing.
- Fuel filter head connector. Recall 12V524000 involves 6,520 vehicles. Improperly machined connectors can cause fuel line detachment and leaks. Dealers will replace the fuel filter head as needed.
- Transmission oil cooler hose clamps. Recall 13V421000 affects 600 vehicles. Hose clamps with insufficient clamping force can cause transmission fluid leaks, leading to transmission inoperative and crash risk. Replacement of hose clamps is required.
- Fuel return hose deterioration. Recall 15V850000 covers 9,456 trucks. Chemical exposure may cause hose swelling and detachment, resulting in fuel leaks and fire hazards. Inspections and hose replacements will be performed.
- Automatic transmission oil cooler hose burst. Recall 14V605000 involves 9,138 vehicles. Hose rupture can cause fluid loss and transmission failure increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace affected hoses free of charge.
- Transmission contamination. Recall 14V046000 affects 7,819 vehicles. Insufficient cleaning during manufacturing allowed debris in the automatic transmission fluid causing engine stalls and transmission inoperative. Transmission flush or replacement will be done.
- Brake pad shim corrosion. Recall 15V504000 impacts 7,104 vehicles. Rust or corrosion on steel brake pad shims caused by road chemicals can increase brake pedal stroke and stopping distance. Steel shims will be replaced with stainless steel.
- Crankcase ventilation heater wiring. Recall 16V116000 covers 853 vehicles with optional cold weather kits. Wiring may chafe and short circuit increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the PVC pipe heater assembly.
- Fire extinguisher inoperability. Recall 18V047000 affects 1,153 vehicles. Plastic-handle or push button fire extinguishers may clog or have nozzle detachment causing failure during a fire. Owners will be instructed to obtain replacement extinguishers from Kidde.
Owners affected by repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety defects may have rights under state lemon law protections. Consulting with a qualified attorney familiar with lemon law claims can provide guidance on options available for defect remediation or potential compensation.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52 Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
10
Total Recalls
54066
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
1153 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2004-2017 FE84D, FE85D, FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, FGB72, FK61F and FM657 trucks. These trucks are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
853 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
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.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
9456 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks manufactured April 8, 2011, to July 22, 2014. The affected vehicles have a fuel return hose that may deteriorate due to being exposed to chemicals or lubricants, causing the hose to swell and detach.
Risk: If the fuel hose detaches a fuel leak may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
7104 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 FEC52 vehicles manufactured February 3, 2011, to March 31, 2015, and 2012-2013 FEC72 and FEC92 vehicles manufactured February 3, 2011, to January 9, 2013. The affected vehicles have brake pad shims that may rust or corrode after exposure to snow and ice melting chemicals that have been applied to roadways.
Risk: Rust or corrosion will result in swelling of the shims causing an increased brake pedal stroke. The extra brake travel may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
7819 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (Mitsubishi Fuso) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92 and FGB72 trucks. In the affected vehicles, the transmission may not have been cleaned sufficiently during manufacturing, allowing debris to contaminate the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
Risk: Contaminated ATF may cause the transmission to become inoperative resulting in engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
9138 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (Mitsubishi Fuso) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks manufactured April 8, 2011, to April 18, 2014. The automatic transmission fluid (ATF) oil cooler hose may burst.
Risk: If the hose bursts, the ATF would leak out. Once a significant amount of fluid is lost, the transmission may become inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
600 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks. The transmission oil cooler hoses may leak transmission fluid (ATF) due to being secured with hose clamps that have an insufficient clamping force.
Risk: Leaking transmission fluid may prevent the transmission from shifting, rendering the transmission inoperative, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
6520 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks. The fuel line may disconnect from the fuel filter head due to an improperly machined connector.
Risk: As the fuel line loosens and detaches it may leak fuel. Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source such as high temperature components may increase the risk of a fire.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
4885 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012 FGB72 and model year 2012-2013 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92 trucks. The low pressure fuel return hose and filter may have been improperly routed at the hose clamp near the filter. This could allow the fuel hose to slip off of the filter, causing a fuel leak.
Risk: Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC52
6538 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 FEC52, FEC72, FEC92, and FGB72 trucks; manufactured from April 8, 2011, through October 16, 2012. The parking brake cable nut may have been insufficiently tightened during assembly. As a result, the parking brake cable could loosen with each operation of the parking brake.
Risk: Continued use of the parking brake could result in the inability for it to hold the vehicle stationary. This may lead to a truck rollaway increasing the risk of pedestrian injury or a vehicle crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.