2002 Mack CH and Mack CX recall: hose, piping, and connections
Mack Trucks, Incorporated reported this safety recall on August 5, 2002. It covers about 690 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 690
- reported
- Aug 5, 2002
- owners notified
- Jun 20, 2002
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- On certain class 8 chassis equipped with r. H. Sheppard "m100" steering gears and trw "tas65" steering gears, a power steering hose with an incorrect pressure rating was installed by the factory.
- Risk
- The hose, which connects the power steering pump to the steering gear, could burst or leak, which could result in the loss of power steering assist.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power steering hose. Ower notification began june 20, 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 1‑610‑709‑3337.
Recall number 02V218000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 02V218000
Is there a recall on the 2002 Mack CH and Mack CX hose, piping, and connections?
Yes. Recall 02V218000, reported on August 5, 2002, covers about 690 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 02V218000?
Dealers will replace the power steering hose. Ower notification began june 20, 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 1‑610‑709‑3337.
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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