Recall 07V-360: 2006–2007 Mack CHN, 2008 Mack CHU and 7 more
MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Aug 15, 2007, covering about 18,805 vehicles.
The problem
On certain trucks equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
The risk
This could delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mack is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on january 10, 2008. Owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or mack at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Mack recall no. Sc0335 (Sc0328).customers may 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 | Parking Brake |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V360000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mack CHN | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Mack CHU | 2008 | All years |
| Mack CTP | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Mack CV | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Mack CXN | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Mack CXP | 2007 | All years |
| Mack CXU | 2008 | All years |
| Mack GU | 2008 | All years |
| Mack MR | 2007 | All 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 07V-360?
On certain trucks equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
How is recall 07V-360 fixed?
Mack is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on january 10, 2008. Owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or mack at 1-800-528-6586.
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.