Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Truck Chassis, The Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Were Made Of Inconsistent Bolt Material, Which Has Led To Bolt Failures. This Inconsistent Bolt Material Condition Could Result In A Failure Of A Steering Gear Mounting Bolts. The Steering Gear Is Mounted To The Vehicle’S Frame With Three Bolts.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
CX
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
04V456000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of Two Of The Three Bolts Could Result In The Loss Of Steering, Which Could Result In Loss Of Vehicle Control And Crash Without Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect Vehicles. New Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Will Be Installed. The Recall Began October 2004. Owners Should Contact Mack At 1-610-709-3337.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20030401
End Of Manufacture
20031130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4959
Date Owners Notified
20041001
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
20040920
Make Campaign Number
SC0289