Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #85V157000

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V157000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 143 affected units, STEERING:COLUMN SHAFT UPPER, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The splined steering shaft may not be sufficiently engaged as designed due to inaccurate drilling of the holes in the frame to which the cab front mount member is bolted. Under certain conditions the steering shaft may disengage. consequence of defect: a jarring impact might cause disengament of the splined shaft resulting in loss of steering control and possibly an accident.

Corrective Action

Replace shafts which measure under the minimum engagement dimensions with longer shaft.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 85V157000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1985-11-26T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:column shaft upper

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 143

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The splined steering shaft may not be sufficiently engaged as designed due to inaccurate drilling of the holes in the frame to which the cab front mount member is bolted. Under certain conditions the steering shaft may disengage. consequence of defect: a jarring impact might cause disengament of the splined shaft resulting in loss of steering control and possibly an accident.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Replace shafts which measure under the minimum engagement dimensions with longer shaft.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-gb7k_3tur.hedq

NHTSA ID: 85V157000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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