Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V535000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V535000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting 2016 pinnacle chu and cxu diesel trucks equipped with certain dana steer axles Includes 439 affected units, Tie Rod may Loosen, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2016 pinnacle chu and cxu diesel trucks equipped with certain dana steer axles
Defect Summary
Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain 2016 pinnacle chu and cxu diesel trucks equipped with certain dana steer axles. the castellated nut and cotter pin on the steer axles may not have been properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen within the steer axle.
Corrective Action
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. if the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. the recall began on october 17, 2017. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. mack's number for this recall is sc0408.