Recall 04V456000: 2003 Mack CX and 1 other model

Report received

Sep 20, 2004

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, inc

Potentially affected

4,959vehicles

Model years

2003

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 truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were made of inconsistent bolt material, which has led to bolt failures. This inconsistent bolt material condition could result in a failure of a steering gear mounting bolts. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame with three bolts.

Possible consequence

Failure of two of the three bolts could result in the loss of steering, which could result in loss of vehicle control and crash without warning.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect vehicles. New steering gear mounting bolts will be installed. The recall began october 2004. Owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Affected model years

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

• 2003 Mack CH0 complaints
• 2003 Mack CX0 complaints