Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V456000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V456000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 4,959 affected units, MACK TRUCKS/STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLT, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were made of inconsistent bolt material, which has led to bolt failures. this inconsistent bolt material condition could result in a failure of a steering gear mounting bolts. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame with three 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: 04V456000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2004-09-20T00:00:00
Subject: Mack trucks/steering gear mounting bolt
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 4,959

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0289
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were made of inconsistent bolt material, which has led to bolt failures. this inconsistent bolt material condition could result in a failure of a steering gear mounting bolts. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame with three 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 and crash without warning.
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

Metadata

SID: row-45cv-cxtz.f4pa
NHTSA ID: 04V456000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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