Mack Mc Series 1978

Model Mc Series made in 1978 by Mack got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningstructure, suspension.

Model 1978

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STRUCTURE - BODY
81V083000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 03/01/1978 to 05/01/1981V (Vehicle)18002/26/1982MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC07/07/198107/14/1981
Defect SummaryThe right hand front canopy cab mounting bracket interferes with the right hand brake chamber on the steering axle when in a certain degree turn and severe bumping is present.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe front canopy cab mounting bracket will be modified to allow for clearance of the right hand front brake chamber, without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: structure; front canopy cab mounting bracket.consequences of defect: if this interference should occur it may result indegraded braking ability without prior warning with the potential for a vehicleaccident.
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
84V036000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 10/01/1978 to 05/01/1982V (Vehicle)3421ODIMACK TRUCKS, INC03/23/198404/11/1984
Defect SummarySpring seat can deform, which causes a decrease in the clamping force in the suspension assembly. loss of clamping force may bring about axle misalignment or axle housing failure.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe axle housing will be inspected and replaced, if necessary. the spring seats will also be replaced.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: suspension; rear spring seat.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control could occur without warning,possibly resulting in an accident.