NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Hino NJ8J Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2013 Hino NJ8J has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Hino dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Hino NJ8J. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SERVICE BRAKES
NHTSA #19V044000Reported January 18, 2019 · Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Potentially affected: 7,231 vehicles
Defect description
Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2007-2019 NJ8J (258ALP) vehicles. These vehicles do not have dust shields on the front brake assemblies. During wet conditions, uneven water saturation on the front brake assemblies may result in the vehicle pulling to the left during hard braking.
Safety consequence
If the vehicle pulls left, it may cross into another lane unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install new brake drums with dust shields, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AACL0.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NHTSA #12V555000Reported December 3, 2012 · HINO MOTORS SALES U.S.A., INC.
Potentially affected: 35,142 vehicles
Defect description
Hino is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2013 medium duty trucks, models NA6J, NB6J, NC6J, ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, NF8J, and NV8J, manufactured from August 18, 2003, through November 16, 2011. Over time, the main B+ circuit from the battery to the starter could potentially short to ground due to wear that accumulates as a result of interference between the B+ circuit and its convoluted tubing sheath.
Safety consequence
If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Hino will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Hino at 1-248-699-9390.
Notes
Hino's recall campaign number is A8310.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Hino NJ8J model years
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