Recall 12V-096: 2010–2012 Mack LEU, 2011–2012 Mack MRU

MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 8, 2012, covering about 318 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-096
Report date
Mar 8, 2012
Vehicles affected
318
Owners notified
Apr 19, 2012

The problem

Mack is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 leu and model year 2011-2012 mru vehicles, manufactured from may 14, 2009, through october 31, 2011, and built to operate on compressed natural gas. On these vehicles the alternator ground cable runs directly to the starter, which defeats the circuit protection.

The risk

In the event of an electrical short, a vehicle fire may result.

The fix

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the alternator ground cable to the engine ground stud. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.

Notes

Mackâ’s recall number is sc0360.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

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INC
ComponentElectrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V096000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack LEU2010, 2011, 2012All years
Mack MRU2011, 2012All 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 12V-096?

Mack is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 leu and model year 2011-2012 mru vehicles, manufactured from may 14, 2009, through october 31, 2011, and built to operate on compressed natural gas. On these vehicles the alternator ground cable runs directly to the starter, which defeats the circuit protection.

How is recall 12V-096 fixed?

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the alternator ground cable to the engine ground stud. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on april 19, 2012. 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.