No complaints are listed for the 2012 Hino NF8J. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as HINO NF8J.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2014-12-15. Systems: PARKING BRAKE.
Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain model year 2005-2015 Hino ND8J, NE8J, and NF8J trucks manufactured August 26, 2003, to May 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, components of the parking brake handle assembly may wear, resulting in either the parking brake unexpectedly releasing when engaged or preventing the parking brake from fully engaging.
Consequence: Either parking brake condition may result in the vehicle rolling unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install a new parking brake lever that contains a two-way damper and a roller at the cable joining pin, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9330. Hino's number for this recall is A9970. Note: This recall supersedes 13V-614.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-12-03. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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 (excerpt)
Consequence: If the B+ circuit shorts to ground, it may lead to a fire. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
23 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 10 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
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| STRUCTURE | 2 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 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.
10117649
Date: 2016-11-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
SA-14-026 The broken hood grille procedure (SB-14-020) has been revised to reuse the grille nuts (SZ17906009) if possible. There is a limited quantity of the nuts available and it has been confirmed that the nuts are reusable. The revised procedure has been posted on HinoNet. Please see the picture
10117748
Date: 2016-04-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SB-16-010 Correction of the inspection of the DPR filter.
10116030
Date: 2016-03-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
13-008 Injection Pump Drive Case. Please note the following part number changes to the Injection Pump Bearing Case. Not replacing the correct replacement parts WILL result in major engine damage. The Hino Ordering system has been modified to make the below changes into a kit that consist of the cor
10117686
Date: 2015-10-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SB-15-032 Troubleshooting information and Inspection procedure of the DTC/P2030 were revised.
10117685
Date: 2015-08-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SB-15-031 Foreign debris in the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) tank may cause the SCR (Selective Catalyst Reduction) system to malfunction. This can result in DTC?s (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) P20E8 or P20E9 - DEF Pressure Abnormality. An inlet strainer for the DEF tank has been made available to prevent
10118109
Date: 2015-06-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
TT-15-016 The purpose of this publication is to communicate the standard measuring positions on the Hino chassis. In some cases, the customer may report a visual chassis posture concern where the chassis appears to be leaning more towards the driver side or passenger side. The following publication
10117680
Date: 2015-06-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
SB-15-026 A subject vehicle may exhibit an engine oil leak or engine coolant leaking externally from the engine head gasket sealing area on the exhaust manifold side of the engine. An improved head gasket has been made available as a service part and should be used if replacement of the head gasket
10118108
Date: 2015-04-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
TT-15-014 The transmission DTC?s P0974 and P0986, may be found on 12MY-15MY COE models. There could also be a complaint of low power and erratic shifting. These diagnostic codes may be set due to low voltage between the transmission case and the battery post.