2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72 has 0 complaints and 10 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to multiple vehicle systems through recalls rather than direct complaints. The recalls involve safety and mechanical components including braking, fuel system, and transmission parts.
The vehicle has 10 recalls addressing a variety of systems such as the parking brake, fuel system, seat belts, transmission, brakes, engine controls, and safety equipment. These recalls affect thousands of vehicles and involve repairs or replacements to correct assembly errors or design flaws to prevent safety risks.
Recalls- Parking brake cable. Recall 12V534000 affects 6,538 vehicles. The parking brake cable nut may be insufficiently tightened, causing loosening with use. This can result in the brake failing to hold the vehicle stationary, increasing rollaway and crash risks. Dealers will inspect and tighten the nut free of charge.
- Fuel hose routing. Recall 12V424000 involves 4,885 vehicles where the low-pressure fuel return hose may be improperly routed, risking fuel leaks. Fuel leaks near ignition sources increase fire risk. Dealers will correct routing and add a clip at no cost.
- Fuel filter connector. Recall 12V524000 covers 6,520 vehicles with an improperly machined fuel filter connector that can cause fuel line disconnection and leaks. Fuel leaks present fire hazards. Dealers inspect and replace the fuel filter head.
- Seat belt buckle. Recall 12V058000 affects 760 vehicles with incorrect passenger side seat belt buckles installed. This defect prevents proper engagement of the buckle, increasing injury risk in crashes. The affected buckles will be replaced for free.
- Diesel fuel return hose. Recall 15V850000 includes 9,456 vehicles with potential fuel return hose deterioration causing detachment and leaks. This could lead to fire hazards. Dealers inspect hoses and replace them as needed.
- Transmission oil cooler hose. Recall 14V605000 involves 9,138 trucks at risk of ATF oil cooler hose bursting, potentially causing fluid leaks and transmission failure. This raises crash risk. Repairs include hose replacement free of charge.
- Contaminated transmission fluid. Recall 14V046000 covers 7,819 vehicles that may have received contaminated ATF due to insufficient transmission cleaning. This can cause transmission failure and engine stalling, increasing crash risk. Dealers will flush the transmission or replace it as needed.
- Brake pad shims corrosion. Recall 15V504000 affects 7,104 vehicles with brake pad shims that may rust, increasing brake pedal travel and stopping distances, which can raise crash risk. Dealers replace shims with stainless steel versions.
- Crankcase ventilation system. Recall 16V116000 involves 853 vehicles where wiring for an optional cold weather PVC heater may chafe and short circuit, increasing fire risk. Dealers replace the heater module at no charge.
- Fire extinguisher defects. Recall 18V047000 affects 1,153 trucks equipped with Kidde fire extinguishers that may clog, fail to discharge, or have nozzles detach forcibly, increasing injury and fire risks. Owners are instructed to contact Kidde for free replacements.
Owners facing repeated repairs, unresolved safety defects, or ongoing recall-related issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney could provide guidance for addressing these concerns.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72 Summary
2012
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
10
Total Recalls
54226
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
760 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
MITSUBISHI FUSO (MFTA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 FEC52, FEC72, AND FEC92 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 10, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 8, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208 “OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.” DURING ASSEMBLY, INCORRECT PASSENGER¬ÃS SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLES WERE INSTALLED. THE PASSENGER¬ÃS SIDE SEAT BELT TONGUE WILL NOT ENGAGE ITS BUCKLE CORRECTLY.
Risk: FAILURE OF THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE TO ENGAGE CORRECTLY INCREASES THE RISK OF PASSENGER INJURY OR DEATH.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.
2012 MITSUBISHI FUSO FEC72
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.