Recall 02V-061: 1998–2002 Mack CL, 1998–2002 Mack CV and 2 more

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Mar 21, 2002, covering about 213 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-061
Report date
Mar 21, 2002
Vehicles affected
213
Owners notified
Apr 22, 2002

The problem

On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with dana spicer tandem drive axle models ds463, an undersized attachment weld may fracture without warning.

The risk

The loss of this attachment to the vehicle chassis can adversely affect vehicle handling or driver control.

The fix

The dealers will remove the suspect bracket, inspect the axle housing, and reweld the bracket to the axle housing. Owner notification began april 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610-709-3337.

Notes

Mack truck recall no. Sco273. Consumers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Recall details

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
ComponentSuspension › Rear
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V061002

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack CL1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Mack CV1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Mack RB1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years
Mack RD1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-061?

On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with dana spicer tandem drive axle models ds463, an undersized attachment weld may fracture without warning.

How is recall 02V-061 fixed?

The dealers will remove the suspect bracket, inspect the axle housing, and reweld the bracket to the axle housing. Owner notification began april 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610-709-3337.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.