AI Damage2016 Hino NH8J: common problems
The maker issued 10 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 10
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 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.
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…
- 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…
- 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
- SB-15-031 Foreign debris in the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) tank may cause the SCR (Selective Catalyst…
SB-15-031 Foreign debris in the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) tank may cause the SCR (Selective Catalyst Reduction) system to malfunction. This can result in DTC?s (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) P20E8 or P20E9 - DEF Pressure…
- SB-15-025 In the event that a subject vehicle exhibits a (MIL) malfunction indicator lamp and a P0128 (the…
SB-15-025 In the event that a subject vehicle exhibits a (MIL) malfunction indicator lamp and a P0128 (the coolant temperature does not reach a warmed-up temperature) is stored in the engine ECU, enhanced ECU software…
- Beginning with the 2017 model year, Hino changed the standard battery from a group 27 to a group 31
In the event that a group 27 battery must be replaced, it is recommended to use the group 31 as the service replacement for 2014MY and newer units. 2014MY-2016MY Hino Conventional trucks
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Hino NH8J?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 10 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Hino NH8J?
NHTSA lists 10 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 2016 Hino NH8J 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 2016 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.