Recall 23V541 affects 468 2022-2023 Hino NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, and NV7A vehicles for headlight caps and covers. Repair is free at any franchised Hino dealer.
Hino is recalling 468 2022-2023 NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, and NV7A vehicles because improperly installed headlight back covers and anti-adjustment caps can cause headlight failure or incorrect aim. Poor lighting can reduce visibility and raise crash risk, and Hino dealers will inspect and repair the headlights free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2022-2023 Hino NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, and NV7A use headlights that sit recessed in the hood. Each headlight has a back cover that helps close and protect the lamp housing, and anti-adjustment caps that help keep the aim setting from being changed after the light is set correctly. The headlights need these pieces in place so the beam stays protected and aimed where the driver needs it.
On affected trucks, hood or headlamp replacement work done for quality concerns did not always leave the back covers or anti-adjustment caps installed as designed. A missing or loose back cover can leave the headlight assembly without its intended protection, and the headlight can fail. A missing anti-adjustment cap can allow the headlight aim to be set or changed incorrectly, which means the beam does not point where it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. After the problem shows up, an owner can notice a headlight that stops working, uneven light output, or a beam that appears aimed too high or too low.
Who's affected?
Covers four Hino truck models across the 2022 and 2023 model years, all tied to the same headlight back cover part.
| 2022 Hino NJ7A | Headlights |
|---|---|
| 2022 Hino NE7A | Headlights |
| 2023 Hino NJ7A | Headlights |
| 2023 Hino NE7A | Headlights |
| 2022 Hino NJ7B | Headlights |
| 2023 Hino NV7A | Headlights |
| 2022 Hino NV7A | Headlights |
| 2023 Hino NJ7B | Headlights |
| Units affected | 468 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Headlight failure or incorrect headlight aim reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash. Use extra caution in low light, and schedule the dealer inspection and adjustment promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Hino dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Hino NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, or NV7A is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hino dealer to schedule the free headlight inspection and cap or cover installation that fixes headlight failure or incorrect headlight aim.
- Bring the recall notice if Hino mailed it. Reference recall number 23V541 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, especially before dawn, after dark, or in poor weather.
- Call Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390 if you need help finding a dealer or confirming the repair plan.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hino technician inspects the anti-adjustment caps and headlight back covers, checks headlight aim, and installs any missing caps or covers. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Hino offers reimbursement for defect-related repairs paid before the recall notice period closed, including parts, labor, and related costs tied to this remedy. Send paid receipts and your reimbursement request to warranty@hino.com.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 2, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 3, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| August 3, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 5, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 3, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 3, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V541?
Recall 23V541 covers 468 2022-2023 Hino NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, and NV7A vehicles with recessed headlights. Back covers and anti-adjustment caps were installed improperly, which can cause headlight failure or incorrect aim and raise crash risk. Hino dealers inspect and repair the headlights for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Hino NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, or NV7A is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V541. If it is, contact a franchised Hino dealer to schedule the headlight inspection, aim confirmation, and installation of missing caps or covers. Reference recall number 23V541 or Hino recall M0430 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Hino says dealers will perform all recall repairs free of charge. The dealer will inspect the anti-adjustment caps and back covers, confirm headlight aim, and install missing caps or covers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility from failed or incorrectly aimed headlights. That can make the vehicle harder to see and reduce what the driver can see, raising crash risk. The remedy is a free dealer inspection and correction of the headlight caps, covers, and aim.
When were owners notified about recall 23V541?
Hino mailed owner notification letters on September 5, 2023. A used vehicle or changed business address can keep a notice from reaching the current owner, so the VIN still decides whether this recall applies to a specific Hino NJ7A, NE7A, NJ7B, or NV7A.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V541000 |
|---|---|
| Hino customer service | 1-248-699-9390 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V541 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V541000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
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