MACK PINNACLE (CXU) 2015: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V057000

Make Model Year
MACK PINNACLE (CXU) 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-04-01 2015-02-03 2015-02-03

Production Dates: 2013-06-01 - 2014-11-28

Manufacturers Involved: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC0389

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 85

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 121

Summary

Mack Trucks, Inc. "Mack" is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 CXU trucks manufactured June 1, 2013, to November 28, 2014. These trucks may be equipped with an 88 liter air reservoir for the brakes instead of a 96 liter air reservoir. The lower volume of air may result in increased distances being needed to stop the truck. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Consequence

If the truck unexpectedly requires extra distance to stop, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will install a larger air brake reservoir tank, free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2015. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is SC0389.

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.