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2020 Hino Nj8j problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2020 Hino Nj8j — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

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Crash-involved

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Fires reported

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Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

Does the 2020 Hino Nj8j have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V146000Visibility & WipersMarch 8, 2021 · 4,848 units

Defect

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2020 NE8J, NJ8J, NV8J, NH1A, NV1A and TH1A vehicles. The mirror glass may not be bonded properly to the carrier plate, allowing it to detach.

Consequence

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, or become a road hazard to other drivers. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mirror production date, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0340. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 19V-564.

20V244000Electrical SystemApril 30, 2020 · 12,470 units

Defect

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2020-2021 NV8J, NJ8J, NE8J, NJ8A, NV8A, NE8A, NE8G, NJ8C, NE8C, and NV8G trucks. The ground cable that connects the negative battery terminal to the frame may be too short and may break as a result.

Consequence

If the ground cable breaks, the engine cannot be re-started to move the vehicle to a safe area, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will install an extension bracket to the negative battery terminal and inspect the ground cable terminal for damage, replacing the cable if damage is found, free of charge. Owners will be notified of the safety risk with an interim letter Mid-June 2020. The recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is AAHT0.

19V564000Visibility & WipersJuly 31, 2019 · 1,531 units

Defect

Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino) is recalling certain 2020 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J vehicles. Due to improper adhesive bonding, the exterior mirror glass may detach from the mirror carrier plate.

Consequence

If the mirror glass detaches, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hino will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mirrors, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hino customer service at 1-248-699-9390. Hino's number for this recall is M0330.

2020 Hino Nj8j — common questions

Is the 2020 Hino Nj8j reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Hino Nj8j have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Hino Nj8j. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.