NHTSA Recall 84V043000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V043000; Date: Apr. 3, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Mack MC606; 1983 Mack MC606; 1984 Mack MC606
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 850
Recall Summary:
The fuel tank straps may develop microscopic cracks in the plating of the upper end loop, exposing the parent metal to the atmosphere. Air exposure promotes corrosion and may lead to premature failure, allowing the fuel tank to drop.
How to Fix:
Defective straps will be replaced with vinyl coated steel straps.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks with chrome plated fuel tank straps. System: fuel system; mounting straps. Consequences of defect: the fuel tank could drop without prior warning,resulting in a possible vehicle crash and a fire.
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