Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V156000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V156000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2016-2017 titan vehicles manufactured from february 25, 2015, through february 12, 2016 Includes 75 affected units, Steering Shafts May Not be Properly Secured, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016-2017 titan vehicles manufactured from february 25, 2015, through february 12, 2016

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 titan vehicles manufactured from february 25, 2015, through february 12, 2016. the bolt connecting the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may not properly secure the upper steering shaft, which can lead to separation of the steering shaft.

Corrective Action

Mack strongly recommends that the affected vehicles not be driven until the interim remedy is applied. an interim notice was sent to mack owners on march 21, 2016, and an interim repair is available now. a second notice was mailed on may 12, 2016. the final remedy is now available. both remedies will be free of charge. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-877-800-4945 opt #1. mack's number for this recall is sc0401.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V156000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-03-16T00:00:00
Subject: Steering shafts may not be properly secured
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 75

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0401
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 titan vehicles manufactured from february 25, 2015, through february 12, 2016. the bolt connecting the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may not properly secure the upper steering shaft, which can lead to separation of the steering shaft.
Consequence Summary: Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Mack strongly recommends that the affected vehicles not be driven until the interim remedy is applied. an interim notice was sent to mack owners on march 21, 2016, and an interim repair is available now. a second notice was mailed on may 12, 2016. the final remedy is now available. both remedies will be free of charge. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-877-800-4945 opt #1. mack's number for this recall is sc0401.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: Yes
Completion Rate: 93.33

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NHTSA ID: 16V156000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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