No complaints are listed for the 2012 Hino NJ8J. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as HINO NJ8J.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
See new recalls and investigations this week.
4 recalls.
Date: 2019-01-18. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Defect: Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2007-2019 NJ8J (258ALP) vehicles. These vehicles do not have dust shields on the front brake assemblies. During wet conditions, uneven water saturation on the front brake assemblies may result in the vehicle pulling to the left during hard braking.
Consequence: If the vehicle pulls left, it may cross into another lane unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install new brake drums with dust shields, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AACL0.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-09-28. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Hino Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2011-2012 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks. The engines have a wrist pin bushings in the connecting rods that may shift and cause excessive cylinder wear.
Consequence: Excessive wear of the cylinders can result in engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the connecting rods. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 27, 2017. The recall began on March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9300. Hino's number for this recall is AA860.
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.
Date: 2011-11-03. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: HINO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2012 ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J, AND NV8J COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 25, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 16, 2011. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE WHEEL-END RETAINER ON THE FRONT OR REAR AXLE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
Consequence: THE WHEEL-HUB AND AXLE SHAFT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: HINO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLIES AND, IF THE AXLE IS FOUND TO BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEEL END RETAINING HARDWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 19, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HINO AT 1-248-699-9390.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
55 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
|---|
| EQUIPMENT | 25 |
|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 16 |
|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 |
|---|
| ENGINE | 4 |
|---|
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 4 |
|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
|---|
| STRUCTURE | 3 |
|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
|---|
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.
10159329
Date: 2019-04-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
SA-19-011 AACL0 CONVENTIONAL ALP DRUM AND DUST SHIELD PROCEDURE CHANGES
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
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
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