NHTSA Recall 84V141000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V141000; Date: Nov. 7, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Mack MH
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 1,300
Recall Summary:
The door latches may be defective because a pawl spring was not manufactured to specifications. The pawl spring does not create proper tension on the pawl, (a part of the door latch mechanism). This constitutes a non-compliance with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door latches and door retention components".
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect and replace door latches, if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: door assembly; latches and locks. Consequences of defect: the cab door could open without warning allowingoccupants to be ejected from the vehicle or resulting in an accident.
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