NHTSA Campaign Id 04V530000; Date: Nov. 1, 2004
If the pedestal step mounting bracket separated from the fuel tank strap, passenger could fall from the vehicle when entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of personal injuries.
2003 Mack CV
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Inc
Affected Units:: 920
On certain trucks, the fuel tank mounting strap was not welded to specifications and may fail. The fuel tank strap supports and fastens the steps for the operator and passenger to enter and exit the cab.
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank mounting strap and replace it if necessary. The recall began February 7, 2005. Owners should contact mack trucks at 1-610-709-3337.
Mack recall no. Sc0290. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 7, 2005
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