Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V309000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V309000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 219 affected units, MACK/STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLT TORQUE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were over-torqued at installation. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame rail with 3 bolts.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect vehicles. new steering gear mounting bolts will be installed. the recall began october 2004. owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V309000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2004-06-25T00:00:00

Subject: Mack/steering gear mounting bolt torque

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 219

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0288

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were over-torqued at installation. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame rail with 3 bolts.

Consequence Summary: Failure of two of the three bolts could result in the loss of steering, which could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash .

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect vehicles. new steering gear mounting bolts will be installed. the recall began october 2004. owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-dugn.ris8_hg7v

NHTSA ID: 04V309000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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