Recall 12V-308: 2012 Mack Granite (GU), 2012 Mack Pinnacle (CHU) and 1 more
MACK TRUCKS, INC recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 2, 2012, covering about 1,174 vehicles.
The problem
Mack is recalling certain model year 2012 chu, cxu, and gu vehicles, manufactured from october 10, 2011, through november 17, 2011. Hardware used to secure the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor may not be sufficiently torqued, and may cause the windshield wiper linkage to detach from the wiper motor. As a result, the windshield wipers will not function.
The risk
If this occurs, under certain driving conditions the driver's visibility will be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mack will notify owners, and replace the hardware on affected vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 22, 2012. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Mackâs recall number is sc0364.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 | Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V308000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mack Granite (GU) | 2012 | All years |
| Mack Pinnacle (CHU) | 2012 | All years |
| Mack Pinnacle (CXU) | 2012 | 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 12V-308?
Mack is recalling certain model year 2012 chu, cxu, and gu vehicles, manufactured from october 10, 2011, through november 17, 2011. Hardware used to secure the windshield wiper linkage to the wiper motor may not be sufficiently torqued, and may cause the windshield wiper linkage to detach from the wiper motor. As a result, the windshield wipers will not function.
How is recall 12V-308 fixed?
Mack will notify owners, and replace the hardware on affected vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 22, 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.