Mack Dm 2004
Model Dm made in 2004 by Mack got 4 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningpower train and service brakes, air.
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V069000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 02/01/2002 to 09/30/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 15490 | 03/05/2010 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 03/03/2010 | 02/26/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cl, cv, le, mr, rb, rd, and model year 2003 through 2004 dm heavy trucks manufactured from february 1, 2002 through september 30, 2003, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. the axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. the safety recall began on march 5, 2010. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack trucks recall no. sc0341.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| 09V240000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 10/01/2003 to 09/30/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 10300 | 08/14/2009 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 06/30/2009 | 06/30/2009 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mack is recalling 10,300 model year 2004 and 2005 cl, cv, dm, le, and rb and model year 2004 rd heavy trucks manufactured from october 1, 2003 through september 30, 2004, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. the axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during on or about august 20, 2009. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack's recall campaign no. sc0341.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - CHAMBER | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V118000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 05/27/2003 to 02/04/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 35 | 04/21/2004 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 03/04/2004 | 03/12/2004 | 571 | 121 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. the front brake chamber on some 18,000 lb. and 20,000 lb front axle assemblies is too small to meet stopping distance requirements. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause the stopping distance to be increased, which could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the front brake chambers. the recall began april 21, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack recall no. sc0286.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V118000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 12/10/2004 to 12/14/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 127 | 05/05/2005 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 03/29/2005 | 03/29/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy-duty, class 8 trucks, the lower and upper steering shaft pinch bolts were improperly tightened. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | As a result of this condition, the steering shaft could possibly come loose which could lead to a sudden loss of vehicle control, which could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the torque at the suspect joints, and correct if necessary free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2005. owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack recall no. sc0295.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| FSB-214-024 | 01/01/2011 | 10040051 | Ready | 08/15/2011 | |
| FSB-214-024 | 01/01/2011 | 10040051 | Mack trucks: there is revised mounting hardware for the exhaust manifold and turbocharger. *rm | 08/15/2011 | |