Defect Description For Recall
The Flange Head Pinch Bolts Used In The Yokes Of The Steering Shaft Assemblies May Have Been Overstressed Due To The Bolts Not Being Tightened To Specifications. As A Result, The Pinch Bolts Could Break While In Service.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
RL
Year
1979
Recall Campaign Number
79V164000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Flange Head Pinch Bolts Will Be Replaced With Standard Grade 8 Fasteners Without Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19781101
End Of Manufacture
19790601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4640
Date Owners Notified
19800111
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19790709