NHTSA Recall 11V212000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V212000; Date: Apr. 1, 2011
In the event of an electrical overage, the fuse that should prevent the over current from reaching the mirror switch circuit may fail, such that the mirror switch can overheat. An overheated switch could cause a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Mack LEU; 2009 Mack LEU; 2010 Mack LEU; 2011 Mack LEU; 2012 Mack LEU; 2008 Mack MRU; 2009 Mack MRU; 2010 Mack MRU; 2011 Mack MRU; 2012 Mack MRU
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Inc
Affected Units:: 3,763
Recall Summary:
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 mru and leu heavy trucks manufactured from January 3, 2007, through February 3, 2011. The electrical circuitry in these vehicles may not provide adequate overcurrent protection.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a relay harness to prevent the mirror switch from overheating. They will also inspect the mirror switch and if signs of overheating are shown, replace that switch. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on June 30, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Recall Notes:
Mack trucks safety recall no. Sc0349/sc0350. Owners may also 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 30, 2011
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