Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V118000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V118000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 35 affected units, MACK/FMVSS 121/FRONT BRAKE CHAMBER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the front brake chamber on some 18,000 lb. And 20,000 lb front axle assemblies is too small to meet stopping distance requirements.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake chambers. the recall began april 21, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.