NHTSA Recall 14V737000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V737000; Date: Nov. 18, 2014
If the ball sockets come loose from the tie rod, a complete loss of steering may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Mack CHU; 2015 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,048
Recall Summary:
Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2015 chu and cxu trucks manufactured from March 31, 2014, through June 26, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the collars that prevent the ball sockets from backing out of the tie rod may have been incorrectly positioned. This may allow the ball sockets to come loose.
How to Fix:
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-position the collar if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2015. Owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is sc0385.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 20, 2015
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