Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #11V374000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V374000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 2,294 affected units, STEERING GEAR TORQUE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 mru heavy trucks manufactured from november 26, 2008, through april 26, 2011. the bolts used to mount the steering gear were not tightened to specification. the bolts can loosen which over time may cause the steering gear to disconnect from its mounting bracket.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the bolts, which will be tightened to the correct specification. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on september 19, 2011. owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V374000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2011-07-20T00:00:00
Subject: Steering gear torque
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 2,294

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0356
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 mru heavy trucks manufactured from november 26, 2008, through april 26, 2011. the bolts used to mount the steering gear were not tightened to specification. the bolts can loosen which over time may cause the steering gear to disconnect from its mounting bracket.
Consequence Summary: A complete loss of steering may occur increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the bolts, which will be tightened to the correct specification. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on september 19, 2011. owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-npp8~qys4~rrrb
NHTSA ID: 11V374000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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