MACK PINNACLE (CXU) 2013: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V456000

Make Model Year
MACK PINNACLE (CXU) 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-08-01 2016-06-22 2016-06-22

Production Dates: 2012-04-16 - 2012-05-04

Manufacturers Involved: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC0404

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 64

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mack Trucks, Inc. "Mack" is recalling certain model year 2013 Pinnacle "CXU" trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.

Consequence

The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0404.

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.