REC-006275

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2014–2021 Hino FE 1426

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Bucher Municipal Pty Ltd

Recall date: 24 February 2025

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the tailgate cylinder pivot pin may break. If this occurs, it can result in the tailgate door dropping to a vertical position.

Hazard

If the tailgate drops to a vertical position, it may increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to the operator or bystanders behind the vehicle.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles should contact Bucher Municipal immediately to schedule an appointment to have the work carried out, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Bucher Municipal Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-006275

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