Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Heavy-Duty, Class 8 Trucks, The Lower And Upper Steering Shaft Pinch Bolts Were Improperly Tightened.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
DM
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
05V118000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
As A Result Of This Condition, The Steering Shaft Could Possibly Come Loose Which Could Lead To A Sudden Loss Of Vehicle Control, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Torque At The Suspect Joints, And Correct If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 5, 2005. Owners May Contact Mack At 1-610-709-2131.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20041210
End Of Manufacture
20041214
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
127
Date Owners Notified
20050505
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050329
Make Campaign Number
SCO295