Defect Description For Recall
Mack Is Recalling 10,300 Model Year 2004 And 2005 Cl, Cv, Dm, Le, And Rb And Model Year 2004 Rd Heavy Trucks Manufactured From October 1, 2003 Through September 30, 2004, 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
2005
Recall Campaign Number
09V240000
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 August 14, 2009. Owners May Contact Mack At 1-800-866-1177.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20031001
End Of Manufacture
20040930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
10300
Date Owners Notified
20090814
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
20090630
Make Campaign Number
SC0341