2017 Hino 258: common problems
The maker issued 12 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 12
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This article will provide dealership technicians with information on how to open a tech assist case and…
This article will provide dealership technicians with information on how to open a tech assist case and discuss what is required when opening a Tech Assist Case.
- After connecting to a truck using DX3, it may be necessary to review or create a DX Diagnostic Report for…
- DX3 VEHICLE SPEED AND CRUISE SETTINGS
- All 16MY-18MY units that have been sold and are in service today will be addressed with a future campaign…
All 16MY-18MY units that have been sold and are in service today will be addressed with a future campaign once the proper agencies have been notified and approval is received.
- The engine ECU (Engine Control Unit) on all 2016MY-2018MY trucks contained in dealer inventory need to be…
The engine ECU (Engine Control Unit) on all 2016MY-2018MY trucks contained in dealer inventory need to be reprogrammed prior to delivery. Subject vehicles contain an error in the DEF monitoring program. To eliminate…
- TT-16-010 AIR SPRING SHIELD
- TT-15-016 The purpose of this publication is to communicate the standard measuring positions on the Hino…
TT-15-016 The purpose of this publication is to communicate the standard measuring positions on the Hino chassis. In some cases, the customer may report a visual chassis posture concern where the chassis appears to be…
- 07 - 006 VOLTAGE DROP TEST
- SB-13-009 This bulletin is to inform dealers and workshops of proper paint codes for all Hino models
- SB-16-010 Correction of the inspection of the DPR filter
- TT-17-009 Beginning with 2017 model year, all Hino vehicles are equipped with a particulate matter (PM)…
TT-17-009 Beginning with 2017 model year, all Hino vehicles are equipped with a particulate matter (PM) sensor near the exhaust exit. A ceramic sensing element is used in the PM sensor and can be damaged or broken if…
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Hino 258?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 12 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Hino 258?
NHTSA lists 12 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 Hino 258 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.