2009-2011 Mack Chu, Mack Cxu and others recall: fifth wheel assembly

Mack Trucks, Inc reported this safety recall on March 31, 2011. It covers about 808 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 808
reported: Mar 31, 2011
owners notified: May 30, 2011

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly

What is wrong: Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 chu and cxu heavy trucks manufactured from january 2008 through july 2010. There may be an interference with the bolts used to secure the fifth wheel to the frame that can prevent the bolts from being torqued to specification.
Risk: The bolts may fail and could result in the fifth wheel coming loose causing the trailer to separate from the tractor increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bolts as required free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1‑800‑866‑1177.

Recall number 11V209000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V209000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Mack Chu, Mack Cxu and others fifth wheel assembly?

Yes. Recall 11V209000, reported on March 31, 2011, covers about 808 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V209000?

Dealers will inspect and replace the bolts as required free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1‑800‑866‑1177.

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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