Recall 84V142000: Mack trucks, incorporated

Report received

Nov 7, 1984

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, incorporated

Potentially affected

2,198vehicles

Model years

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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

The spring center bolt is not the proper size or length. As a result, location and alignment of the spring to the front axle may not be correct. If the front spring clips loosen, the inadequate center bolt may result in spring to axle misalignment, shifting of the axle, and loss of steering control.

Remedy

The defect will be corrected by the addition of a spacer between the spring and the center bolt head to increase the effective head length. A longer center bolt will also be installed for positive retention.