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NHTSARecalled Jun 22, 2016 · #16V456000

Front Steer Axle may Fracture

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2013 Pinnacle (CXU) trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated. The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Front Steer Axle may Fracture
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Model numbers
2013 Pinnacle
UPCs

What you should do

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0404.

View the official CPSC notice