NHTSA recall 10V069000
Power train › Axle assembly
Mack CL and 6 more
Reported Mar 3, 201015,490 vehicles affectedMACK TRUCKS, INCMaker’s number SC0341Built Feb 1, 2002 – Sep 30, 2003
The defect
Mack trucks IS recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cl, cv, LE, mr, rb, rd, and model year 2003 through 2004 dm heavy trucks manufactured from february 1, 2002 through september 30, 2003, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. the axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
The risk
These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
The remedy
Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. the safety recall began on march 5, 2010. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177.