Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V018000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V018000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 17 affected units, SUSPENSION:TANDEM AXLE:REAR:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:H, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The steel brackets on the suspension beam were found to be deficient due to excessive shrinkage and low mechanical properties. Failure of one or both of these brackets could cause a separation of the axle housing from the suspension.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace any suspect bogie spring insulator caps with new caps meeting the proper specifications at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V018000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

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

Subject: Suspension:tandem axle:rear:leaf spring assembly:h

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 17

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The steel brackets on the suspension beam were found to be deficient due to excessive shrinkage and low mechanical properties. Failure of one or both of these brackets could cause a separation of the axle housing from the suspension.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace any suspect bogie spring insulator caps with new caps meeting the proper specifications at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-uygb.ft7e.tats

NHTSA ID: 79V018000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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