Mack Linkages Recall 94V192000 (321 Vehicles)

The problem

The steering arm can develop cracks causing the lever to break without warning.

The risk

This can result in loss of steering control and an accident.

The fix

Dealers will replace the steering levers with an improved steering lever with increased fatigue strength.

Contacts

System: steering; linkages. Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with fa(w) 14.3 Spicerfront axle. Note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact mack trucks at 1-610-439-3011. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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 94V192000.
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
1990 Mack MC	2	D
1990 Mack MR	3	C
1990 Mack R	2	B
1990 Mack RD	2	C

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Questions

Is the 94V192000 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 94V192000?

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 94V192000 announced?

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on October 9, 1994. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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