The problem
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "Seatbelt assemblies". Although the seatbelts in question performed marginally with respect to the 5000 lb. Load requirement, additional testing confirmed that the anchor could fail, allowing either the anchor to slip over the hold-down nut or the anchor to separate into two pieces.
The fix
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace seat belt assemblies without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks.System: interior; seat belt anchorage assembly.Consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, these seat belts may notadequately restrain passengers and serious injuries may result.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Mack dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V174000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.