Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V641000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V641000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2014 cxu tractor trailers manufactured june 21, 2013, through october 4, 2013 and equipped with an automatic over-speed protection system Includes 35 affected units, Automatic Over-Speed Protection System, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 cxu tractor trailers manufactured june 21, 2013, through october 4, 2013 and equipped with an automatic over-speed protection system

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2014 cxu tractor trailers manufactured june 21, 2013, through october 4, 2013 and equipped with an automatic over-speed protection system. in the affected vehicles, the protection system, designed to monitor diesel engine speed and shutdown the engine should it rev excessively, may be wired incorrectly and may not operate as designed.

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will correct the system wiring, free of charge. the recall began on february 20, 2014. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-336-393-2000. mack's number for this recall is sc0374.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V641000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2013-12-20T00:00:00
Subject: Automatic over-speed protection system
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 35

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0374
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2014 cxu tractor trailers manufactured june 21, 2013, through october 4, 2013 and equipped with an automatic over-speed protection system. in the affected vehicles, the protection system, designed to monitor diesel engine speed and shutdown the engine should it rev excessively, may be wired incorrectly and may not operate as designed.
Consequence Summary: Without a system to control the engine speed, if airborne hydrocarbons (combustible vapors) enter through the air intake, excessive engine speed may result in a catastrophic engine failure and/or engine fire.
Corrective Action: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will correct the system wiring, free of charge. the recall began on february 20, 2014. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-336-393-2000. mack's number for this recall is sc0374.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 94.29

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NHTSA ID: 13V641000
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