Recalls for 2006 Mack Cl

DEFECT #1 - STEERING

Posted on: 2005-08-02
Description
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not be tightened properly.  

Consequence
This may affect the performance of the steering which may result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will check the torque on the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame and tighten the bolts properly.  The recall began august 18, 2005.  Owners may contact mack at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Mack trucks recall no.  Sc0302.  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 - TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2007-10-23
Description
On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened.  An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.  

Consequence
There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge.  When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge.  The recall began on january 28, 2008.  Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.  

Notes
Mack trucks recall no.  Sc0331.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.