Recall 10V-537: 2011 Mack Pinnacle (CHU), 2011 Mack Pinnacle (CXU)
MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Oct 27, 2010, covering about 21 vehicles.
The problem
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 chu and cxu, heavy trucks manufactured from july 13, 2010, through august 13, 2010, without rear mud flap hanger brackets. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear conspicuity treatment typically found on the mud flap hanger brackets may not have been installed in the alternate positions as allowed in the regulation on vehicles manufactured without rear mud flap hanger brackets.
The risk
Lack of reflectors could lead to reduced visibility of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and install conspicuity treatment as required free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Mack trucks safety recall no. Sc0347.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
| Manufacturer | MACK TRUCKS, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V537000 |
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 10V-537?
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 chu and cxu, heavy trucks manufactured from july 13, 2010, through august 13, 2010, without rear mud flap hanger brackets. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the rear conspicuity treatment typically found on the mud flap hanger brackets may not have been installed in the alternate positions as allowed in the regulation on vehicles manufactured without rear mud flap hanger brackets.
How is recall 10V-537 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and install conspicuity treatment as required free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
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.