2003 Mack CH, Mack CL and others recall: check valve

Mack Trucks, Incorporated reported this safety recall on July 17, 2003. It covers about 1,232 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,232
reported: Jul 17, 2003
owners notified: Nov 26, 2003
related complaints: 1

Service brakes, air: supply: check valve

What is wrong: Certain heavy duty vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." improper seating of the check valve retainer in the brass fitting housing has occurred. It is possible for the air brake system pressure to push the check valve internal parts into the primary system reservoir and a vehicle operator would not know that this has happened.
Risk: In this condition, the vehicle would not meet the emergency requirements of the standard.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the check valve. Owner notification began november 26, 2003. Owners should contact mack at 1‑610‑709‑3337.

Recall number 03V253000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.

2003 Mack CH 2003 Mack CL 2003 Mack CV 2003 Mack CX 2003 Mack DM6 2003 Mack DMM 2003 Mack LE 2003 Mack MR 2003 Mack RD6 2003 Mack RD8

Questions about recall 03V253000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Mack CH, Mack CL and others check valve?

Yes. Recall 03V253000, reported on July 17, 2003, covers about 1,232 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V253000?

Dealers will replace the check valve. Owner notification began november 26, 2003. Owners 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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