Recall 11V209000: 2009–2010 Mack CHU, 2009–2010 Mack CXU, 2011 Mack Pinnacle (chu) +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 31, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 808
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 chu and cxu heavy trucks manufactured from january 2008 through july 2010. There may be an interference with the bolts used to secure the fifth wheel to the frame that can prevent the bolts from being torqued to specification.
The risk
The bolts may fail and could result in the fifth wheel coming loose causing the trailer to separate from the tractor increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the bolts as required free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Mack trucks recall no. Sc0351.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Mack CHU
- 2010 Mack CHU
- 2009 Mack CXU
- 2010 Mack CXU
- 2011 Mack Pinnacle (chu)
- 2011 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V209000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC0351
- Manufacturer
- MACK TRUCKS, INC
- Owner letters
- May 30, 2011
- Components
- Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology