NHTSA Recall 93V176000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V176000; Date: Nov. 1, 1993
Pillow block failure allows the driveline (jackshaft)to drop down onto the roadway and create a safety hazard to other vehicles.
Recalled Vehicles:
1989 Mack FDM; 1990 Mack FDM; 1991 Mack FDM
Component: Power Train:driveline
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 130
Recall Summary:
The driveshaft to the front driving axle is secured to a bracket using two pillow blocks. These blocks are of insufficient strength to support the driveshaft and could fail.
How to Fix:
Mack will install thicker pillow blocks and support u-bolts.
Recall Notes:
System: powertrain; driveline; bracket; support; center shaft. Vehicle description: front discharge mixer model medium-duty truck chassis. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free ofcharge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotlineat 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 12, 1994
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