Recall 07V322000: 2008 Mack GU

Report received

Jul 24, 2007

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, inc

Potentially affected

1,072vehicles

Model years

2008

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 trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. A lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose.

Possible consequence

If the nut were to come loose and be left untreated, the steering shaft could potentially separate increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. The recall began on august 24, 2007. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Affected model years

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

• 2008 Mack GU0 complaints