Mack recall: Suspension
What is wrong
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 mr and le heavy trucks, manufactured from february 1, 2002, through december 22, 2004. Over time, the vehicleâs load may result in fatigue cracks of the front axle beam. These cracks can propagate and result in complete fracture of the axle beam.
What could happen
If complete fracture occurs, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
This recall relates to previous recalls 09v-240 and 10v-069. Analysis of these recalls has shown that after the receiving the remedies, the axles may still crack. As such, mack trucks will replace the affected axles on any mr and le models configured as front-loader or side-loader refuse trucks. Axles on all other mr and le models will receive a mag-particle inspection and mack will replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began iin july 2012. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Vehicles covered
- Mack Le 2002–2005
- Mack Mr 2002–2005
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 12V017000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Mack Trucks, Inc
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jan 20, 2012
- Owners notified
- Jul 27, 2012
- Vehicles or items affected
- 8,333
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Feb 1, 2002 to Dec 22, 2004
- Part
- Suspension › Front
- Maker's own recall number
- SC0361
Notes
Mack trucks' recall number is sc0361.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Mack recall: Power train Mar 3, 2010
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.