NHTSA recall 05V313000
Power train › Axle assembly
Mack Chn
Reported Jul 7, 2005320 vehicles affectedMACK TRUCKS, INCMaker’s number SC0296Built Jul 1, 2004 – Feb 28, 2005
The defect
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with fxl axles, there IS a potential that the draglink may contact the brake slack adjuster during full wheel cut and articulation of the chassis.
The risk
If this occurs, the slack adjuster may be damaged to a point where brake performance IS compromised, which may result in a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the brake assemblies on the front axle. the recall began on august 19, 2005. owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131.