Defect Description For Recall
Deficiencies, In The Form Of Forging Laps, Cracks And Excessive Decarburization During Heat Treatment, Exist In The Steering Knuckles. Stresses Imposed With Integral Hydraulic Power Steering May Lead To A Failure In The Area Of The Steering Arm Attaching Boss. This Type Of Failure Would Cause Loss Of Steering Control.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
U
Year
1973
Recall Campaign Number
78V171000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Replace The Left Steering Knuckle With An Improved Type Of Knuckle.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2100
Date Owners Notified
19790810
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19780808