Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V737000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V737000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2015 chu and cxu trucks manufactured from march 31, 2014, through june 26, 2014 Includes 1,048 affected units, Ball Socket may Detach from Tie Rod, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 chu and cxu trucks manufactured from march 31, 2014, through june 26, 2014

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2015 chu and cxu trucks manufactured from march 31, 2014, through june 26, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the collars that prevent the ball sockets from backing out of the tie rod may have been incorrectly positioned. this may allow the ball sockets to come loose.

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-position the collar if necessary, free of charge. the recall began on january 20, 2015. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. mack's number for this recall is sc0385.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V737000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-11-18T00:00:00
Subject: Ball socket may detach from tie rod
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 1,048

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0385
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2015 chu and cxu trucks manufactured from march 31, 2014, through june 26, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the collars that prevent the ball sockets from backing out of the tie rod may have been incorrectly positioned. this may allow the ball sockets to come loose.
Consequence Summary: If the ball sockets come loose from the tie rod, a complete loss of steering may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-position the collar if necessary, free of charge. the recall began on january 20, 2015. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. mack's number for this recall is sc0385.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.7

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NHTSA ID: 14V737000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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