Recall 03V201000: 1998–1999, 2001 Mack CX and 1 other model

Report received

Jun 3, 2003

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, incorporated

Potentially affected

998vehicles

Model years

1998–1999, 2001

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 heavytrucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.

Possible consequence

Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Owner notification began on oactober 14, 2003. Customers will be informed of parts availability by october 3, 2003. 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 610-709-3337.

Affected model years

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

• 1998 Mack CH0 complaints
• 1999 Mack CH0 complaints
• 2001 Mack CH0 complaints
• 1998 Mack CX0 complaints
• 1999 Mack CX0 complaints
• 2001 Mack CX0 complaints