Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Heavy Duty Class 8 Diesel Trucks Equipped With Aset Ac Engines, The Location Of The Fuel Inlet Hose May Result In Overheating Or Abrasion Of The Hose, Which May Lead To A Premature Failure.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
CHN
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
05V015000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
If The Hose Fails, Fuel Can Be Sprayed On The Exhaust Manifold, Which Could Potentially Lead To An Engine Compartment Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Repair And Replace The Fuel Inlet Hose Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On February 14, 2005. Due To Some Quality And Supply Issues With Parts To Support This Safety Recall, Owners May Have Been Informed During April 2005,That The Safety Recall Was On Hold. These Issues Have Now Been Resolved. For Owners Who Have Not Had Their Vehicle(S) Repaired, Contact A Mack Parts And Service Center Immediately To Schedule An Appointment To Have Your Vehicle(S) Repaired. Owners May Contact Mack Trucks At 610-709-2131.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20020801
End Of Manufacture
20041231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
13173
Date Owners Notified
20050214
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050114
Make Campaign Number
SC0292