Recall 14V-208: 2010, 2013–2014 Mack CHU, 2007 Mack CT and 9 more
Mack Trucks, Inc. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Apr 18, 2014, covering about 44,047 vehicles.
The problem
Mack Trucks Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 CHU, CXU, and MRU, 2007 CT and CV, 2008-2014 GU, and 2011-2014 LEU, and TD trucks manufactured February 28, 2006, through November 8, 2013, and equipped Hamsar Electronic Flasher. The hazard warning lights may fail.
The risk
A failure of the hazard warning lights could reduce the trucks visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic flasher unit, free of charge. The recall will begin by mid-June 2014. Interim letters went out to owners on June 23, 2014. The recall began on July 25, 2014. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-866-298-6586. Mack's number for this recall is SC0379.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mack Trucks, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Flasher Unit |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V208000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mack CHU | 2010, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Mack CT | 2007 | All years |
| Mack CV | 2007 | All years |
| Mack CXU | 2010 | All years |
| Mack Granite (GU) | 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Mack GU | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Mack LEU | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Mack MRU | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Mack Pinnacle (CHU) | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Mack Pinnacle (CXU) | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Mack TD | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | 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 14V-208?
Mack Trucks Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 CHU, CXU, and MRU, 2007 CT and CV, 2008-2014 GU, and 2011-2014 LEU, and TD trucks manufactured February 28, 2006, through November 8, 2013, and equipped Hamsar Electronic Flasher. The hazard warning lights may fail.
How is recall 14V-208 fixed?
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic flasher unit, free of charge. The recall will begin by mid-June 2014. Interim letters went out to owners on June 23, 2014. The recall began on July 25, 2014. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-866-298-6586. Mack's number for this recall is SC0379.
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.