2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FGB72 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FGB72 has 0 complaints and 8 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report recalls concerning components such as the parking brake, fuel system, automatic transmission, and emission control systems. These recalls address various mechanical and safety-related defects identified by the manufacturer and regulatory authorities.
Eight recalls affect multiple systems including the parking brake, fuel system, automatic transmission, and fire extinguisher equipment. The recalls cover issues such as cable loosening, fuel leaks, transmission fluid leaks, contamination, and equipment failures.
Recalls- Parking brake cable. NHTSA recall 12V534000 affects 6,538 vehicles. The parking brake cable nut may be insufficiently tightened causing it to loosen and potentially fail to hold the vehicle stationary. This increases risk of rollaway and injury. Dealers will inspect and tighten the nut at no charge.
- Fuel filter connection. Recall 12V524000 covers 6,520 trucks. The fuel line may disconnect from the fuel filter head due to a faulty connector, causing fuel leaks and fire risk. Dealers will replace the fuel filter head free of charge.
- Transmission cooler hoses. Recall 13V421000 affects 600 trucks. Hose clamps securing transmission oil cooler lines may have insufficient clamping force leading to fluid leaks. Fluid loss could disable the transmission and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace hose clamps free of charge.
- Fuel return hose. Recall 15V850000 covers 9,456 vehicles. Fuel return hoses may deteriorate and detach from chemical exposure, causing fuel leaks and fire hazards. Inspections and hose replacements will be performed at no cost.
- Automatic transmission oil cooler hose. Recall 14V605000 affects 9,138 trucks. The oil cooler hose may burst, resulting in fluid loss. This could render the transmission inoperative and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace affected hoses free of charge.
- Transmission contamination. Recall 14V046000 covers 7,819 trucks. Debris inside the transmission may contaminate fluid due to insufficient cleaning during manufacturing. Contamination can cause transmission failure and engine stalling. Dealers will flush and refill or replace the transmission free of charge.
- PCV pipe heater wiring. Recall 16V116000 affects 853 vehicles with an optional cold weather PVC heater kit. Wiring may chafe on metal clamps causing shorts and increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the PVC pipe heater at no charge.
- Fire extinguisher malfunction. Recall 18V047000 covers 1,153 trucks. Fire extinguishers may clog or require excessive force to activate, or nozzles may detach, increasing injury risk during fire emergencies. Owners will be contacted to receive replacement extinguishers free of charge from the manufacturer.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects may want to review their rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney could help clarify available options for compensation or vehicle replacement.
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FGB72 Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
8
Total Recalls
42077
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 MITSUBISHI FUSO FGB72
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 FGB72
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 FGB72
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 FGB72
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 FGB72
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 FGB72
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 FGB72
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 FGB72
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.