Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15V057000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V057000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2014-2015 cxu trucks manufactured june 1, 2013, to november 28, 2014 Includes 85 affected units, Air Brake Reservoir too Small/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2015 cxu trucks manufactured june 1, 2013, to november 28, 2014

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 cxu trucks manufactured june 1, 2013, to november 28, 2014. these trucks may be equipped with an 88 liter air reservoir for the brakes instead of a 96 liter air reservoir. The lower volume of air may result in increased distances being needed to stop the truck. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will install a larger air brake reservoir tank, free of charge. The recall began april 1, 2015. Owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. mack's number for this recall is sc0389.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V057000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2015-02-03T00:00:00

Subject: Air brake reservoir too small/fmvss 121

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 85

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0389

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 cxu trucks manufactured june 1, 2013, to november 28, 2014. these trucks may be equipped with an 88 liter air reservoir for the brakes instead of a 96 liter air reservoir. The lower volume of air may result in increased distances being needed to stop the truck. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."

Consequence Summary: If the truck unexpectedly requires extra distance to stop, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will install a larger air brake reservoir tank, free of charge. The recall began april 1, 2015. Owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. mack's number for this recall is sc0389.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 87.06

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NHTSA ID: 15V057000

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