Defect Description For Recall
Mack Trucks Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2002 Through 2004 Cl, Cv, Le, Mr, Rb, Rd, And Model Year 2003 Through 2004 Dm Heavy Trucks Manufactured From February 1, 2002 Through September 30, 2003, Equipped With Axle Beams Manufactured By Bharat Forge. The Axle Beam May Have Transverse Shear Lines On The Bottom Of The Axle From The Trimming Process.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
DM
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
10V069000
Component Description
Power Train:Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
These Lines, If Present, Can Promote Initiation Of Cracks, Which Over Time May Possibly Lead To Axle Beam Failure And A Vehicle Crash Can Occur.
Fix Defect
Mack Will Notify Owners, Inspect And Replace Any Affected Axle Beams Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On March 5, 2010. Owners May Contact Mack At 1-800-866-1177.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20020201
End Of Manufacture
20030930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
15490
Date Owners Notified
20100305
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
20100303
Make Campaign Number
SC0341