Mack Linkages Recall 90V048000 (6,696 Vehicles)

The problem

The upper and lower pinch bolt on the steering pitman arm and the lower pinch bolt connection on shephard power gears were not torqued correctly.

The risk

Pinch bolt could loosen and break; this could cause loss of truck steering control and result in a crash.

The fix

Install english hex head bolts and flat washers; torque pinch bolts to specifications.

Contacts

System: steering wheel arm pinch bolt. Vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks with trw power and manual gears and sheppard power gears.

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 90V048000.
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.

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
1988 Mack CH	6	C
1989 Mack CH	7	D
1990 Mack CH	5	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1988 Mack CH

1989 Mack CH

1990 Mack CH

Questions

Is the 90V048000 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 90V048000?

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 90V048000 announced?

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on March 12, 1990. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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