2012 Hino 268 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2012 Hino 268 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other 268 years?

268 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2012 Hino 268 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V452000Electrical SystemSeptember 12, 2012 · 28 units

Defect

Geo. Heiser Body Company, Inc., (Geo. Heiser Body Company) is recalling certain model year 2006 International and 2010-2013 Fuso, Hino, International, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices. These devices may overheat.

Consequence

Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.

Remedy

Geo. Heiser Body Company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Geo. Heiser Body Company at 1-206-622-7985.

2012 Hino 268 — common questions

Is the 2012 Hino 268 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2012 Hino 268 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Hino 268. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2012 compare to other 268 years?

Does the 2012 Hino 268 have recalls?

2012 Hino 268 — common questions

Is the 2012 Hino 268 reliable?

Does the 2012 Hino 268 have recalls?

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