Mack Fdm 1996

Model Fdm made in 1996 by Mack got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning steering .

Model 1996

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
97V181000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 04/15/1996 to 08/13/1997V (Vehicle)10911/07/1997MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC10/20/199710/21/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: front discharge mixer chassis. the original equipment miter boxes have no protective boots on the shafts and dirt can enter the system causing the gear shaft bearings to deteriorate.
Consequence SummaryThe bearing deterioration can cause the steering to lock up resulting in loss of steering control.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace these miter boxes.
NotesOwner notification is expected to begin november 7, 1997.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 1-610-709-3011.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.