Defect Description For Recall
The Spring Center Bolt Is Not The Proper Size Or Length. As A Result, Location And Alignment Of The Spring To The Front Axle May Not Be Correct. If The Front Spring Clips Loosen, The Inadequate Center Bolt May Result In Spring To Axle Misalignment, Shifting Of The Axle, And Loss Of Steering Control.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
MH
Year
1984
Recall Campaign Number
84V142000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Defect Will Be Corrected By The Addition Of A Spacer Between The Spring And The Center Bolt Head To Increase The EffeCTIve Head Length. A Longer Center Bolt Will Also Be Installed For Positive Retention.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19831201
End Of Manufacture
19840901
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2198
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19841107