No complaints are listed for the 2016 Hino 238. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as HINO 238.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2015-04-07. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 238, 258, 268, and 338 trucks manufactured January 5, 2015, to March 20, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the U-bolt that connects the suspension springs to the front axle may have been overtightened.
Consequence: If the U-bolt was overtightened, the bolt may stretch resulting in it loosening or failing. Either result may cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle U-bolts on the subject vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
22 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 10 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
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| STRUCTURE | 2 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
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11000897
Date: 2024-05-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
After connecting to a truck using DX3, it may be necessary to review or create a DX Diagnostic Report for review.
11000898
Date: 2024-05-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This article will provide dealership technicians with information on how to open a tech assist case and discuss what is required when opening a Tech Assist Case.
10231434
Date: 2023-01-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
DX3 VEHICLE SPEED AND CRUISE SETTINGS. TT-23-006
10170197
Date: 2020-12-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
This SKU is a DEF Injector. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the sealing. The injector sealing may have an issue which will cause a slow leak. A slow leak of the DEF Injector can lead to crystal formation which can cause aftertreatment related fault codes
10125461
Date: 2017-10-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The engine ECU (Engine Control Unit) on all 2016MY-2018MY trucks contained in dealer inventory need to be reprogrammed prior to delivery. Subject vehicles contain an error in the DEF monitoring program. To eliminate this situation, it is necessary to reprogram the engine ECU with improved softwa
10125462
Date: 2017-10-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The engine ECU (Engine Control Unit) on all 2016MY-2018MY trucks contained in dealer inventory need to be reprogrammed prior to delivery. Subject vehicles contain an error in the DEF monitoring program. To eliminate this situation, it is necessary to reprogram the engine ECU with improved softwa
10125464
Date: 2017-10-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
All 16MY-18MY units that have been sold and are in service today will be addressed with a future campaign once the proper agencies have been notified and approval is received.
10115994
Date: 2017-02-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Beginning with the 2017 model year, Hino changed the standard battery from a group 27 to a group 31. In the event that a group 27 battery must be replaced, it is recommended to use the group 31 as the service replacement for 2014MY and newer units. 2014MY-2016MY Hino Conventional trucks
10119455
Date: 2016-11-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
TT-16-010 AIR SPRING SHIELD
10119452
Date: 2016-10-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
TT-16-005 The purpose of the tech tip is to provide information for a low power concern possibly relating to the brake switch. Hino Trucks are equipped with two brake switches. First, a stop lamp switch that is designed to activate stop lamps on the truck. Second, a brake switch that is designed to