Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
CF
Year
1974
Recall Campaign Number
85V157000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Replace Shafts Which Measure Under The MinimUM Engagement Dimensions With Longer Shaft.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19730601
End Of Manufacture
19851001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
143
Date Owners Notified
19860827
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19851126