Hino 300 SERIES (EURO 5) recall: Air bag inflator may rupture on activation.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- There is a possibility the air bag inflator may rupture on activation. Hino has not received any reports of this occurring in its vehicles in global markets. The recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure.
- What to do
- Contact a Hino dealer to book the free repair. The remedy involves replacing the faulty air bag module with one made by a different manufacturer.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
There is a possibility the air bag inflator may rupture on activation. Hino has not received any reports of this occurring in its vehicles in global markets. The recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure.
The fix
The remedy involves replacing the faulty air bag module with one made by a different manufacturer.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 SERIES (EURO 5) | 26 Jan 2012 | 31 Jul 2013 | 202 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 August 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.