CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Granite (GU) and TerraPro (MRU) trucks manufactured from November 9, 2015, through January 19, 2016. The affected trucks may be missing a roll pin to secure the upper steering yoke to the steering shaft.
- Risk
- If the roll pin is missing, the steering shaft may disconnect from the yoke, resulting in a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the steering shaft if the roll pin is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-610-709-2131. Mack's recall campaign number for this recall is SC0400.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain trucks may be missing a roll pin that secures the upper steering yoke to the steering shaft. If the pin is missing, the steering shaft can disconnect from the yoke, leading to a complete loss of steering and a higher risk of crash.
The recall covers affected trucks manufactured from November 9, 2015, through January 19, 2016. Mack Trucks will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the steering shaft if the roll pin is missing. The repair is free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2016.
If you own an affected truck, contact Mack customer service at 1-610-709-2131 and reference recall campaign number SC0400. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mack Granite (Gu) | 20162017 |
|---|---|
| Mack Terrapro (Mru) | 20162017 |