- The problem
- On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were made of inconsistent bolt material, which has led to bolt failures. This inconsistent bolt material condition could result in a failure of a steering gear mounting bolts. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame with three bolts.
- The risk
- Failure of two of the three bolts could result in the loss of steering, which could result in loss of vehicle control and crash without warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect vehicles. New steering gear mounting bolts will be installed. The recall began october 2004. Owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.
Steering
2003 Mack CX Steering problems
No owner has filed a complaint about the 2003 Mack CX's steering with NHTSA. Loss of power steering, stiff or loose steering, wandering, column and rack problems.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Steering recalls for the 2003 Mack CX
- The problem
- On certain chassis equipped with dana steering axle assemblies. These axles are built with an integral knuckle and steering arm. The steering arm could have longitudinal cracks.
- The risk
- The ball stud could become loose, causing loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the integral knuckle and steer arm and replace if necessary. Owner notification began on january 16, 2004. 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 1-610-709-3337.
Steering complaints
No complaints about this area yet.
Mack CX steering complaints by year
CX steering problems, every yearSource: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data