Recall 87V-179: 1987 Mack CF, 1987 Mack DM Series and 6 more

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Nov 23, 1987, covering about 323 vehicles.

NHTSA number
87V-179
Report date
Nov 23, 1987
Vehicles affected
323
Owners notified
Aug 16, 1988

The problem

Cross steering levers may be improperly heat treated and subject to fail during normal operation.

The risk

Such failure could cause loss of truck control withoutprior warning and result in a crash.

The fix

Install new, properly heat treated steering lever.

Notes

System: cross steering levervehicle description: heavy duty trucks with mack faw 616 or 617 series frontaxle.

Recall details

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
ComponentSteering › Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number87V179000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack CF1987All years
Mack DM Series1987All years
Mack MH1987All years
Mack MR Series1987All years
Mack RD Series1987All years
Mack RS Series1987All years
Mack RW Series1987All years
Mack U Series1987All 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 87V-179?

Cross steering levers may be improperly heat treated and subject to fail during normal operation.

How is recall 87V-179 fixed?

Install new, properly heat treated steering lever.

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.