NHTSA Recall 82V131000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V131000; Date: Dec. 21, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Mack MC600; 1980 Mack MC600; 1981 Mack MC600; 1979 Mack MR600; 1980 Mack MR600; 1981 Mack MR600
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 5,050
Recall Summary:
Due to the high strain within the fan blades of the cooling fan, cracks may develop in the fan. These cracks may lead to complete fracture of the cooling fan, propelling the fan and pieces of the fan blades outside the fan shroud.
How to Fix:
The dealer will install cooling fans with improved fan blades on all affected vehicles free of charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: engine cooling; engine cooling fan. Consequences of defect: propelled fan blade pieces may cause serious injury topersons working on the engine or standing near the front of the unit.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 13, 1983
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