Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #78V170000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V170000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 850 affected units, ENGINE:MOUNTS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The possibility exists that the aluminum engine rear support brackets may fail due to metal fatigue. This type of failure would allow the engine and transmission assembly to dislocate downward. This will result in throttle control loss with the engine operating continuously in the mid to upper range of the governed speed range.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace aluminum support brackets with brackets made from ductile iron for increased strength.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V170000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1978-08-08T00:00:00

Subject: Engine:mounts

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 850

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The possibility exists that the aluminum engine rear support brackets may fail due to metal fatigue. This type of failure would allow the engine and transmission assembly to dislocate downward. This will result in throttle control loss with the engine operating continuously in the mid to upper range of the governed speed range.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace aluminum support brackets with brackets made from ductile iron for increased strength.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-5ck8.qwdj.yfn9

NHTSA ID: 78V170000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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