Recall 07V497000: 2006–2008 Mack CL and 3 other models

Report received

Oct 23, 2007

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, inc

Potentially affected

950vehicles

Model years

2006–2008

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 equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.

Possible consequence

There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on january 28, 2008. 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.

• 2006 Mack CHN0 complaints
• 2007 Mack CHN1 complaints
• 2008 Mack CHN0 complaints
• 2006 Mack CL0 complaints
• 2007 Mack CL0 complaints
• 2008 Mack CL1 complaints
• 2006 Mack CV0 complaints
• 2007 Mack CV0 complaints
• 2008 Mack CV0 complaints
• 2006 Mack CXU0 complaints
• 2007 Mack CXU0 complaints
• 2008 Mack CXU0 complaints