MACK LEU 2014: POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V492000

Make Model Year
MACK LEU 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-11-12 2013-10-17 2013-10-30

Production Dates: 2012-08-28 - 2013-08-16

Manufacturers Involved: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC0371

Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1155

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mack Trucks is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 CHU, CXU, GU, LEU, and MRU vehicles manufactured with pro-torque axle spindle nuts from August 28, 2012, through August 16, 2013. The pro-torque nut may not have been installed correctly, which may result in a loosening of the nut.

Consequence

If the nut comes loose, the hub assembly may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mack Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Mack's recall number is SC0371. Owners may contact Mack Trucks at 1-336-393-2000.

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.