Recall 80V-053: 1968–1976 Mack F Series, 1968–1976 Mack FAP and 4 more
MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 1980, covering about 219 vehicles.
The problem
The steering arm may develop cracks due to insufficient fatigue life in the machine radius of the taper at the steering knuckle end.
The fix
Install steering arms that have been magna-flux inspected for cracks and shot peened for improved fatigue life. This will be done without charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering assembly; steering arm.consequences of defect: continued operation could lead to failure of thesteering arm, loss of steering control without prior warning, and potential forvehicle accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 80V053000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mack F Series | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | All years |
| Mack FAP | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | All years |
| Mack FC | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | All years |
| Mack FCA | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | All years |
| Mack FCS | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | All years |
| Mack R Series | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 | 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 80V-053?
The steering arm may develop cracks due to insufficient fatigue life in the machine radius of the taper at the steering knuckle end.
How is recall 80V-053 fixed?
Install steering arms that have been magna-flux inspected for cracks and shot peened for improved fatigue life. This will be done without charge.
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.