2002 Mack RB Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

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Power train: axle assemblyReported March 3, 2010 · 15,490 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cl, cv, le, mr, rb, rd, and model year 2003 through 2004 dm heavy trucks manufactured from february 1, 2002 through september 30, 2003, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
Risk: These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
Remedy: Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began on march 5, 2010. Owners may contact mack at 1‑800‑866‑1177.

Recall number 10V069000 · 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

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2002 Mack RB reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 Mack RB.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mack RB?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2002 Mack RB have?

2 recalls, covering power train and suspension.

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