NHTSA recall 04V309000
Steering
Mack CH and 1 more
Reported Jun 25, 2004219 vehicles affectedMACK TRUCKS, INCMaker’s number SC0288Built May 20, 2004 – May 28, 2004
The defect
On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were over-torqued at installation. The steering gear IS mounted to the vehicle's frame rail with 3 bolts.
The risk
Failure of two of the three bolts could result in the loss of steering, which could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash .
The remedy
Dealers will inspect vehicles. new steering gear mounting bolts will be installed. the recall began october 2004. owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.