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2000 Mack CL recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 2000 Mack CL, covering 56,397 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Steering: linkages: tie rod assemblyReported August 15, 2002 · 2,050 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign will supersede the federal safety agency recall nos. 01v‑140-005 (mack sc0270) and 00v‑246-103 (mack sc0262). Owner notification began december 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610‑709‑3337.

Recall number 02V037006 · Recall details

Suspension: rearReported March 21, 2002 · 213 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with dana spicer tandem drive axle models ds463, an undersized attachment weld may fracture without warning.
Risk
The loss of this attachment to the vehicle chassis can adversely affect vehicle handling or driver control.
Remedy
The dealers will remove the suspect bracket, inspect the axle housing, and reweld the bracket to the axle housing. Owner notification began april 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610‑709‑3337.

Recall number 02V061002 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: controls, pedals and linkagesReported August 1, 2001 · 8,268 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with certain meritor-wabco brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
Risk
When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began november 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1‑610‑709‑3011 or meritor wabco at 800‑535‑5560.

Recall number 01V189004 · Recall details

Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedalReported October 4, 2000 · 45,866 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: class 8 trucks equipped with felsted electronic accelerator pedals. The return springs can break on the accelerator pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated wire return springs.
Risk
This condition could cause the pedal to go to full throttle if both return springs break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.

Recall number 00V230003 · Recall details

Questions about the 2000 Mack CL recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2000 Mack CL have?

4, covering steering, suspension and service brakes, air.

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