2002-2005 Mack LE and Mack MR recall: front
Mack Trucks, Inc reported this safety recall on January 20, 2012. It covers about 8,333 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 8,333
- reported
- Jan 20, 2012
- owners notified
- Jul 27, 2012
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 mr and le heavy trucks, manufactured from february 1, 2002, through december 22, 2004. Over time, the vehicles load may result in fatigue cracks of the front axle beam. These cracks can propagate and result in complete fracture of the axle beam.
- Risk
- If complete fracture occurs, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- This recall relates to previous recalls 09v‑240 and 10v‑069. Analysis of these recalls has shown that after the receiving the remedies, the axles may still crack. As such, mack trucks will replace the affected axles on any mr and le models configured as front-loader or side-loader refuse trucks. Axles on all other mr and le models will receive a mag-particle inspection and mack will replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began iin july 2012. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1‑800‑866‑1177.
Recall number 12V017000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 12V017000
Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 Mack LE and Mack MR front?
Yes. Recall 12V017000, reported on January 20, 2012, covers about 8,333 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V017000?
This recall relates to previous recalls 09v‑240 and 10v‑069. Analysis of these recalls has shown that after the receiving the remedies, the axles may still crack. As such, mack trucks will replace the affected axles on any mr and le models configured as front-loader or side-loader refuse trucks. Axles on all other mr and le models will receive a mag-particle inspection and mack will replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began iin july 2012. 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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