Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V456000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V456000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2013 pinnacle (cxu) trucks manufactured april 16, 2012, to may 4, 2012 Includes 64 affected units, Front Steer Axle may Fracture, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 pinnacle (cxu) trucks manufactured april 16, 2012, to may 4, 2012

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2013 pinnacle (cxu) trucks manufactured april 16, 2012, to may 4, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with certain meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. the affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2016. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. mack's number for this recall is sc0404.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V456000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-06-22T00:00:00
Subject: Front steer axle may fracture
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 64

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0404
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2013 pinnacle (cxu) trucks manufactured april 16, 2012, to may 4, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with certain meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.
Consequence Summary: The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. the affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2016. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. mack's number for this recall is sc0404.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 90.63

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NHTSA ID: 16V456000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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