Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V153000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V153000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2011-2013 cxu trucks manufactured november 23, 2010, through march 19, 2012 Includes 331 affected units, Leaking Brake Pressure may Lead to Wheel End Fire, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2011-2013 cxu trucks manufactured november 23, 2010, through march 19, 2012
Defect Summary
Mack trucks, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 cxu trucks manufactured november 23, 2010, through march 19, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with an mgm type 24 j-series piston parking brake chamber. in the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
Corrective Action
Mack trucks will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced as needed, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, june 17, 2013. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177. mack truck's campaign recall number is sc0369.