Recall 11V292000: 2008–2011 Mack GU
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 20, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 771
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 gu heavy trucks manufactured from september 12, 2007, through april 8, 2011, with a four battery cable design. As a result of the routing and clipping used, the battery cables may come into contact with frame hardware, which, as a result of chafing, may cause the insulation to become worn to a point where a short occurs.
The risk
A short can potentially cause a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will re-route the battery cables and replace the cables if chafing has occurred. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 11, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Mack's safety recall no. Sc0354.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
- 2008 Mack GU
- 2009 Mack GU
- 2010 Mack GU
- 2011 Mack GU
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V292000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC0354
- Manufacturer
- MACK TRUCKS, INC
- Owner letters
- Jul 11, 2011
- Components
- Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables (Electrical System)
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