NHTSA Recall 78V170000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V170000; Date: Aug. 8, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 Mack RWL; 1976 Mack RWL; 1977 Mack RWL; 1978 Mack RWL; 1975 Mack RWS; 1976 Mack RWS; 1977 Mack RWS; 1978 Mack RWS; 1975 Mack WL; 1976 Mack WL; 1977 Mack WL; 1978 Mack WL; 1975 Mack WS; 1976 Mack WS; 1977 Mack WS; 1978 Mack WS
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 850
Recall Summary:
The possibility exists that the aluminum engine rear support brackets may fail due to metal fatigue. This type of failure would allow the engine and transmission assembly to dislocate downward. This will result in throttle control loss with the engine operating continuously in the mid to upper range of the governed speed range.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace aluminum support brackets with brackets made from ductile iron for increased strength.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: engine; engine mounting bracket. Consequences of defect: loss of throttle control may result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 4, 1978
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