Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #78V030000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V030000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 400 affected units, BRAKES:AIR DRYER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

A design deficiency exists in the air dryer piping in the area of the pressure relief valve and compressor governor control link. Moisture is passed and builds up in this relief valve and control line. In freezing ambient temperatures, this moisture may freeze, allowing the chassis air system pressure to exceed 150 psi. Excessive air system pressure can cause separation of air piping connections and air system valve failure.

Corrective Action

The dealer will relocate the air system compressor governor line and pressure relief valve to eliminate moisture accumulation.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V030000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1978-02-09T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:air dryer

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 400

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: A design deficiency exists in the air dryer piping in the area of the pressure relief valve and compressor governor control link. Moisture is passed and builds up in this relief valve and control line. In freezing ambient temperatures, this moisture may freeze, allowing the chassis air system pressure to exceed 150 psi. Excessive air system pressure can cause separation of air piping connections and air system valve failure.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will relocate the air system compressor governor line and pressure relief valve to eliminate moisture accumulation.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-igbq~7pw8_ispm

NHTSA ID: 78V030000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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