Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V017000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V017000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 4,000 affected units, SUSPENSION:TANDEM AXLE:REAR:V-BOLT AND ATTACHMENTS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

A casting deficiency exists in the lower section of the caps resulting in a reduction in the thickness of the material. Failure of a cap can allow the end of the rear spring to detach from the axle housing.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace any of the spring insulator caps found to be defective. This will be done at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V017000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-01-12T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:tandem axle:rear:v-bolt and attachments

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 4,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: A casting deficiency exists in the lower section of the caps resulting in a reduction in the thickness of the material. Failure of a cap can allow the end of the rear spring to detach from the axle housing.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace any of the spring insulator caps found to be defective. This will be done at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-6vpq~evgj_tqym

NHTSA ID: 79V017000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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