The National Consumer Commission (NCC) on Wednesday announced the recall of certain Hino 700 Series trucks.
This follows a notification by Toyota South Africa Motors (Pty) Ltd.
“The recalled units were sold nationally through authorised Toyota dealerships between 10 September 2024 and 10 December 2024. This recall applies to 18 Hino 700 Series model,” said the NCC.
According to the supplier, the fuel pump housing has an inappropriate surface treatment process done during production. Cracks may develop when repeated high load is applied to the supply pump resulting in a fuel leak.
“Consumers who own the affected Hino 700 Series are urged to visit their nearest authorised Toyota dealership to arrange for an inspection and repair.
“A new fuel pump will be fitted to the affected trucks. All inspection and corrective work relating to this recall will be carried out at no cost to the consumer,” said the Commission.
The NCC is an agency of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition.
Questions and queries relating to this recall may be directed to: ProductRecall@thencc.org.za. -SAnews.gov.za
