Recalls for 2024 Mack Md

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Posted on: 2023-11-07
Description
Mack trucks, inc.  (mack) is recalling certain 2024 md trucks.  The steering wheel attachment bolt may loosen and separate from the steering shaft, causing the steering wheel to detach.  

Consequence
A detached steering wheel can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed.  Dealers will replace the steering wheel retention bolt, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 20, 2023.  Owners may contact mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177.  Mack's number for this recall is sc0453.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov

DEFECT #2 - STEERING

Posted on: 2023-08-31
Description
Mack trucks, inc.  (mack) is recalling certain 2024 md6 and md7 vehicles.  The steering gear fasteners may not be properly tightened.

Consequence
Loose steering gear fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 23, 2023.  Owners may contact mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177.  Mack's number for this recall is sc0449.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov

DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Posted on: 2024-05-14
Description
Mack trucks, inc.  (mack) is recalling certain 2024-2025 md vehicles.  The gross axle weight rating (gawr) listed on the vehicle certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, certification.

Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will remove and replace the label, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed may 28, 2024.  Owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177.  Mack's number for this recall is sc0463.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov

DEFECT #4 - PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT

Posted on: 2024-03-01
Description
Mack trucks, inc.  (mack) is recalling certain 2024 md6 and md7 vehicles.  The park brake light may indicate the incorrect brake status due to an incorrect park brake pressure switch.

Consequence
The park brake light may indicate that the park brake is applied when it is not, possibly resulting in a vehicle roll away and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pressure switch as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed march 11, 2024.  Owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177.  Mack's number for this recall is sc0460.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov