Recall 10V-404: 2008–2011 Mack GU, 2008–2011 Mack MRU

MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Sep 7, 2010, covering about 369 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-404
Report date
Sep 7, 2010
Vehicles affected
369
Owners notified
Feb 1, 2011

The problem

Mack is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 gu and mru model vehicles manufactured with a front tow glad hand option. The actuation and release timing of the vehicles exceeds the limit which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."

The risk

If the brakes do not perform as they should, a vehicle crash could occur.

The fix

Mack will notify owners and repair the vehicle free of charge. The safety recall began on february 1, 2011. Owners may contact mack at 1-877-800-4945.

Notes

Mack's recall campaign number is sc0345.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INC
ComponentService Brakes, Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V404000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack GU2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All years
Mack MRU2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All 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 10V-404?

Mack is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 gu and mru model vehicles manufactured with a front tow glad hand option. The actuation and release timing of the vehicles exceeds the limit which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."

How is recall 10V-404 fixed?

Mack will notify owners and repair the vehicle free of charge. The safety recall began on february 1, 2011. Owners may contact mack at 1-877-800-4945.

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.