Recall 05V-349: 2006 Mack CV, 2006 Mack DM
MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 28, 2005, covering about 23 vehicles.
The problem
On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the pitman arm to the steering gear may not be tightened properly.
The risk
This may affect the performance of the steering, which may result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will check the torque on the bolt that attaches the pitman arm to steering gear and tighten the bolt properly. The recall beagn august 18, 2005. Owners contact mack at 1-800-2528-6586.
Notes
Mack trucks recall no.sc0303. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MACK TRUCKS, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Arm › Idler and Attachment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V349000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 05V-349?
On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the pitman arm to the steering gear may not be tightened properly.
How is recall 05V-349 fixed?
Dealers will check the torque on the bolt that attaches the pitman arm to steering gear and tighten the bolt properly. The recall beagn august 18, 2005. Owners contact mack at 1-800-2528-6586.
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.