Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #05V118000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V118000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 127 affected units, STEERING SHAFT PINCH BOLT TORQUE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy-duty, class 8 trucks, the lower and upper steering shaft pinch bolts were improperly tightened.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the torque at the suspect joints, and correct if necessary free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2005. owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V118000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2005-03-29T00:00:00

Subject: Steering shaft pinch bolt torque

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 127

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SCO295

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy-duty, class 8 trucks, the lower and upper steering shaft pinch bolts were improperly tightened.

Consequence Summary: As a result of this condition, the steering shaft could possibly come loose which could lead to a sudden loss of vehicle control, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the torque at the suspect joints, and correct if necessary free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2005. owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ybbt~rijh~trk2

NHTSA ID: 05V118000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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