Recall 00V-308: 1999 Mack MS200

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2000, covering about 35 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-308
Report date
Oct 6, 2000
Vehicles affected
35
Owners notified
Nov 27, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering gear fasteners were incorrectly tightened and can work loose.

The risk

This condition could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will remove, degrease, and retorque steering gear mounting bolts.

Notes

Owner notification began november 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
ComponentSteering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V308000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack MS2001999All 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 00V-308?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering gear fasteners were incorrectly tightened and can work loose.

How is recall 00V-308 fixed?

Dealers will remove, degrease, and retorque steering gear mounting bolts.

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.