MAC TRAILERS WASTE TRAILER 2019: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V567000

Make Model Year
MAC TRAILERS WASTE TRAILER 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-09-25 2018-08-28 2018-08-31

Production Dates: 2018-01-01 - 2018-07-31

Manufacturers Involved: Mac Trailer Mfg., Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 10-70-001 2018

Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 424

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

MAC Trailer Mfg., Inc. "MAC" is recalling certain 2019 Dump and Waste trailers. The wheel end nut locking device on these trailers may not be properly installed, allowing the wheel end to separate from the axle.

Consequence

If the wheel end separates from the axle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MAC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking nut to ensure that it is properly installed, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact MAC customer service at 1-800-795-8454. MAC's number for this recall is 10-70-001 2018.

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.safercar.gov.