Recall 02V218000: 2002 Mack CH and 1 other model

Report received

Aug 5, 2002

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, incorporated

Potentially affected

690vehicles

Model years

2002

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain class 8 chassis equipped with r. H. Sheppard "m100" steering gears and trw "tas65" steering gears, a power steering hose with an incorrect pressure rating was installed by the factory.

Possible consequence

The hose, which connects the power steering pump to the steering gear, could burst or leak, which could result in the loss of power steering assist.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the power steering hose. Ower notification began june 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Mack CH2 complaints
• 2002 Mack CX0 complaints