NHTSA recall 05V178000
Steering
Mack CT and 1 more
Reported Apr 28, 20052,773 vehicles affectedMACK TRUCKS, INCMaker’s number SC0298Built May 26, 2004 – Apr 6, 2005
The defect
On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles built with sheppard model M100 steering gear, the steering gear mounting pads, which attach the steering gear to the frame rail, may fail.
The risk
The steering gear could loosen leading to a sudden loss of steering, which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gears. the recall began on may 6, 2005. owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131.