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- STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
- Problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc (Mack) is recalling certain 2024 Granite vehicles. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assembly, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assembly.
- Risk
- An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hendrickson will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2024. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0456.
- 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
The steering knuckle assembly may not have its bearing journals fully seated, which can prevent the wheel end hub assembly from being installed properly. As a result, the hub can leak oil, and the axle spindles may loosen or fracture.
A loose or broken axle spindle can cause a loss of steering control and increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
The inspection and any needed replacement of the steering knuckle assembly are free of charge and will be performed by an authorized dealer. Owners were mailed notification letters on February 2, 2024, and can contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. 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 (Gr) | 2024 |
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