Recall 11V-370: 2010 Mack CHU, 2010 Mack CXU and 2 more

MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jul 21, 2011, covering about 475 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-370
Report date
Jul 21, 2011
Vehicles affected
475
Owners notified
Aug 29, 2011

The problem

Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 chu, cxu and gu heavy trucks manufactured from july 12, 2010, through july 23, 2010 for a potentially defective weld on the shaft that the clutch pedal attaches to.

The risk

If the weld fails, the pedal shaft may work its way loose and potentially cause the clutch pedal to fall to the floor, which would limit the driver's control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the clutch pedal shaft free of charge. The safety recall began on august 29, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.

Notes

Mack trucks safety recall number is sc0355.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
ComponentPower Train › Clutch Assembly › Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V370000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack CHU2010All years
Mack CXU2010All years
Mack Pinnacle (CHU)2011All years
Mack Pinnacle (CXU)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 11V-370?

Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 chu, cxu and gu heavy trucks manufactured from july 12, 2010, through july 23, 2010 for a potentially defective weld on the shaft that the clutch pedal attaches to.

How is recall 11V-370 fixed?

Dealers will replace the clutch pedal shaft free of charge. The safety recall began on august 29, 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.