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2003 Mack CH and Mack CX recall: arm

Mack Trucks, Inc reported this safety recall on December 11, 2003. It covers about 148 vehicles.

vehicles affected
148
reported
Dec 11, 2003
owners notified
Jan 16, 2004

Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm

What is wrong
On certain chassis equipped with dana steering axle assemblies. These axles are built with an integral knuckle and steering arm. The steering arm could have longitudinal cracks.
Risk
The ball stud could become loose, causing loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the integral knuckle and steer arm and replace if necessary. Owner notification began on january 16, 2004. 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 03V522000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V522000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Mack CH and Mack CX arm?

Yes. Recall 03V522000, reported on December 11, 2003, covers about 148 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V522000?

Dealers will inspect the integral knuckle and steer arm and replace if necessary. Owner notification began on january 16, 2004. 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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