Recalls for 2005 Mack Ct

DEFECT #1 - STEERING

Posted on: 2005-04-28
Description
On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles built with sheppard model m100 steering gear, the steering gear mounting pads, which attach the steering gear to the frame rail, may fail.

Consequence
The steering gear could loosen leading to a sudden loss of steering, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the steering gears.  The recall began on may 6, 2005.  Owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131.

Notes
Mack recall no.  Sco298.  Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Posted on: 2007-02-15
Description
Certain trucks equipped with haulmax rear suspensions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  121, air brake systems.  It does not meet the required stopping distance as specified in the regulation.

Consequence
The vehicle could experience reduced braking performance as a result.  If this warning is not heeded, a vehicle crash could occur.

Corrective Action
Dealers will relocate the antilock braking system (abs) sensor from the rear drive axle to the front drive axle free of charge.  The recall began on june 15, 2007.  Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Mack trucks recall no.  Sc0320.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.