No complaints are listed for the 2018 Hino NE8J. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as HINO NE8J.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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3 recalls.
Date: 2018-03-15. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engine valve train adjustment screw lock nuts may not have been properly tightened manufacturing, possibly resulting in them coming loose within the engine and damaging it.
Consequence: The damage to the engine may result in it shutting off and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque on the valve train adjustment screw lock nuts. If a nut is found missing, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AA9Q0.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2018-02-19. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J and NV8J trucks. The terminal bolts that secure the main fuse terminals within the fuse block may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in electrical arcing and overheating, or an engine shutdown.
Consequence: An electrical arc or overheating can increase the risk of a fire. An engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten any loose terminal bolts and replace any damaged electrical harness, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0320.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-08-07. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2018 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J vehicles. The door hinge bolts on these vehicles may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly allowing the door to open while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Consequence: The loose door hinges can cause the door to operate improperly and possibly open, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the door hinge bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2017. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is M0300.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
27 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 13 |
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| ENGINE | 4 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
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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.
10128686
Date: 2018-01-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
The incorrect date of manufacture may have been printed on the fuel tank label. If the date of manufacture is incorrect, the label information will not comply with FMCSA Regulation 49 CFR, 393.67. Month and Year format required for date of manufacture. The following procedure provides instructio
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
10125463
Date: 2017-10-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SA-17-030 18MY UNSOLD UNITS SERVICE CAMPAIGN
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.
10116009
Date: 2017-04-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
TT-17-009 Beginning with 2017 model year, all Hino vehicles are equipped with a particulate matter (PM) sensor near the exhaust exit. A ceramic sensing element is used in the PM sensor and can be damaged or broken if the sensor is dropped or impact occurs to the head of the sensor. If removal or rep
10116051
Date: 2016-09-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT, TIRES.
SB - 05 - 004 SPEEDOMETER RECALIBRATION. This document is to inform of the procedure to calibrate the Pulse Adjust Module whenneeded (ex. tire size change, rear carrier ratio change).
10117752
Date: 2016-08-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SB-16-021 CORRECTION OF WORKSHOP MANUAL FOR HINO600 SERIES Correction of Electrical Wiring Diagram