Hino Motor Sales Australia has issued a recall notice for 1590 trucks in its 300 Series due to a manufacturing defect.
As a result, the spare tyre carrier connection bolts may not have been fastened with sufficient torque and could become loose. The spare tyre and carrier bracket could then detach from the vehicle whilst driving.
“It could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to other road users and bystanders,” the notice added.
All 300 Series variants from 2023-25 are affected.
Hino said it will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment with their nearest authorised Hino dealer to inspect the spare tyre carrier bracket and connection bolts, and replace free of charge if required.
For more information phone the Hino Care Centre on 1300 014 466, email customersupport@hino.com.au, or visit hino.com.au.
A full list of the impacted VINs can be found here.