Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #84V142000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 84V142000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 2,198 affected units, SUSPENSION:I-BEAM:SOLID:FRONT LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The spring center bolt is not the proper size or length. As a result, location and alignment of the spring to the front axle may not be correct. If the front spring clips loosen, the inadequate center bolt may result in spring to axle misalignment, shifting of the axle, and loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

The defect will be corrected by the addition of a spacer between the spring and the center bolt head to increase the effective head length. A longer center bolt will also be installed for positive retention.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 84V142000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1984-11-07T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:i-beam:solid:front leaf spring assembly

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 2,198

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The spring center bolt is not the proper size or length. As a result, location and alignment of the spring to the front axle may not be correct. If the front spring clips loosen, the inadequate center bolt may result in spring to axle misalignment, shifting of the axle, and loss of steering control.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The defect will be corrected by the addition of a spacer between the spring and the center bolt head to increase the effective head length. A longer center bolt will also be installed for positive retention.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ta5z-7rr6_zf2v

NHTSA ID: 84V142000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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