Recalls for your 1996 Mack Fdm

Recalls for 1996 Mack Fdm

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Mack Front Discharge Mixer

Trucks, Buses, & Trains by granitefan713 posted a photo:

Mack Front Discharge Mixer

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)


Posted on: 1997-10-21
Description
Vehicle description: front discharge mixer chassis.  The original equipment miter boxes have no protective boots on the shafts and dirt can enter the system causing the gear shaft bearings to deteriorate.

Consequence
The bearing deterioration can cause the steering to lock up resulting in loss of steering control.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace these miter boxes.

Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin november 7, 1997.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 1-610-709-3011.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.