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Safety recall · 86V008000

Structure Mack recall

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this recall to NHTSA on January 17, 1986. It covers about 7,000 vehicles across 5 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
86V008000
Reported
Jan 17, 1986
Vehicles
7,000
Area
Body, doors & structure

The problem

Left or right cab step may crack in its welded area due to flexing of the step during entering and exiting. Consequence of defect: as the cracks extend, the tubular step could partially collapse and break without warning to the user, and could result in personal injuries.

The fix

Install a reinforcement brace if no cracks are found. In addition, replace step if cracks are present.

Contacts

System: cab step. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks with sleeper cab.

What to do

  1. 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.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Mack dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V008000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1982 Mack MH07D
1983 Mack MH08F
1984 Mack MH09F
1985 Mack MH05D
1986 Mack MH03C

Questions

Is the 86V008000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 86V008000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 86V008000 announced?

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on January 17, 1986. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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