Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V240000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V240000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 10,300 affected units, AXLE BEAM FAILURE, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mack is recalling 10,300 model year 2004 and 2005 cl, cv, dm, le, and rb and model year 2004 rd heavy trucks manufactured from october 1, 2003 through september 30, 2004, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. the axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. the safety recall began on august 14, 2009. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V240000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2009-06-30T00:00:00

Subject: Axle beam failure

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 10,300

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0341

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mack is recalling 10,300 model year 2004 and 2005 cl, cv, dm, le, and rb and model year 2004 rd heavy trucks manufactured from october 1, 2003 through september 30, 2004, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. the axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.

Consequence Summary: These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.

Corrective Action: Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. the safety recall began on august 14, 2009. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-5kg2_hbb6~82dd

NHTSA ID: 09V240000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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