Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V133000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V133000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 23,000 affected units, ENGINE:OTHER PARTS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

In the event of turbocharger compressor wheel failure, one or more of the four capscrews that hold the turbocharger together may be struck by parts of the compressor wheel, resulting in the capscrews being damaged. If these capscrews are damaged to the point that they allow the compressor back plate to dislocate from the turbocharger bearing housing, engine lubricating oil may be allowed to escape under pressure, contacting the engine exhaust manifold sections or turbocharger turbine housing.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install a shield for the heads of the four capscrews, along with stronger sae 8 grade 8 capscrews, if necessary, at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V133000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-05-31T00:00:00

Subject: Engine:other parts

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 23,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: In the event of turbocharger compressor wheel failure, one or more of the four capscrews that hold the turbocharger together may be struck by parts of the compressor wheel, resulting in the capscrews being damaged. If these capscrews are damaged to the point that they allow the compressor back plate to dislocate from the turbocharger bearing housing, engine lubricating oil may be allowed to escape under pressure, contacting the engine exhaust manifold sections or turbocharger turbine housing.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will install a shield for the heads of the four capscrews, along with stronger sae 8 grade 8 capscrews, if necessary, at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-skm2_hm7a~88f7

NHTSA ID: 79V133000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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