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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling one 2021 truck. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.
- Risk
- A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mack will inspect the battery packs, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The affected vehicle was within the manufacturer's control, has been repaired, and therefore no owner letters were mailed. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A coolant line in the high-voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked. If this happens, coolant can leak out and an electrical short circuit can occur inside the battery.
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Because of this, the affected truck should not be left unattended or driven until the battery pack has been checked.
Mack will inspect the battery packs and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The affected vehicle has already been repaired, so no owner notification letters were mailed. Owners with questions can contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mack LR Electric | 2021 |
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