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Safety recall · 89V022000

Suspension: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle Mack recall

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this recall to NHTSA on February 17, 1989. It covers about 18 vehicles across 6 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
89V022000
Reported
Feb 17, 1989
Vehicles
18
Area
Suspension

The problem

An incorrect 3/4 inch bolt was installed on rt/rs 450 suspension.

The risk

This bolt may break, causing disengagement of the beam Connection of rear suspension, resulting in loss of control, which could Result in an accident.

The fix

RETROFIT CHASSIS WITH 1 INCH BOLTS.

Contacts

System: suspension.Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with hendrickson rt/rs 450suspension.

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 89V022000.
  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
1984 Mack Mack15F
1985 Mack Mack07F
1986 Mack Mack25F
1987 Mack Mack23D
1988 Mack Mack42D
1989 Mack Mack01A

Questions

Is the 89V022000 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 89V022000?

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 89V022000 announced?

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on February 17, 1989. 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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