Recall 85V157000: Mack trucks, incorporated

Report received

Nov 26, 1985

Manufacturer

Mack trucks, incorporated

Potentially affected

143vehicles

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 splined steering shaft may not be sufficiently engaged as designed due to inaccurate drilling of the holes in the frame to which the cab front mount member is bolted. Under certain conditions the steering shaft may disengage. Consequence of defect: a jarring impact might cause disengament of the splined shaft resulting in loss of steering control and possibly an accident.

Remedy

Replace shafts which measure under the minimum engagement dimensions with longer shaft.