1999 Mack CH, Mack CL and others recall: connection
Mack Trucks, Incorporated reported this safety recall on March 14, 2001. It covers about 4,247 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 4,247
- reported
- Mar 14, 2001
- owners notified
- Aug 30, 2001
Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with drag link assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner/distributor notification began august 30, 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 trw customer service at 1‑866‑280‑3287.
Recall number 01V044207
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 01V044207
Is there a recall on the 1999 Mack CH, Mack CL and others connection?
Yes. Recall 01V044207, reported on March 14, 2001, covers about 4,247 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 01V044207?
Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner/distributor notification began august 30, 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 trw customer service at 1‑866‑280‑3287.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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