Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V134000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V134000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 64,150 affected units, STEERING:WHEEL AND COLUMN, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

In the involved trucks it is possible the adjustable steering column rear mounting bracket could fail, allowing steering wheel assembly to fall down onto the operator"s lap.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install an additional bracket in this area to prevent the steering wheel from dislocating in the event of a bracket failure.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V134000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-05-30T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:wheel and column

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 64,150

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: In the involved trucks it is possible the adjustable steering column rear mounting bracket could fail, allowing steering wheel assembly to fall down onto the operator"s lap.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will install an additional bracket in this area to prevent the steering wheel from dislocating in the event of a bracket failure.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-bwwq_df8s.khcy

NHTSA ID: 79V134000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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