Mack Mr 2003
Model Mr made in 2003 by Mack got 4 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, other and power train.
Model 2003
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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FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES | ||||||||||||||||
04V159000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 04/26/1995 to 02/09/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 317 | 04/06/2004 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 04/07/2004 | 04/10/2004 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain chassis built with lng engines, the nexgen lng tank's primary and secondary relief valves could fail to open and relieve tank pressure. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This could cause ice buildup on the discharge side of the primary and secondary pressure system allowing the relief system to freeze and become blocked resulting in over pressurization of the lng tanks creating the risk of catastrophic tank rupture which could cause serious injury or death. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will retrofit the lng tanks with a new primary relief valve pipe away tube and a new ventilated shroud. the recall began april 6, 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 | Mackrecall no sc0287.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
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 . | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE | ||||||||||||||||
03V253000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 05/19/2003 to 07/11/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 1232 | 11/26/2003 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 07/17/2003 | 07/28/2003 | 571 | 121 | |||||
Defect Summary | Certain heavy duty vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | In this condition, the vehicle would not meet the emergency requirements of the standard. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the check valve. owner notification began november 26, 2003. owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Mack recall no. sc0281.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
SUSPENSION - FRONT | ||||||||||||||||
12V017000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 02/01/2002 to 12/22/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 8333 | 03/30/2012 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 01/20/2012 | 01/20/2012 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 mr and le heavy trucks, manufactured from february 1, 2002, through december 22, 2004. over time, the vehicle | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If complete fracture occurs, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | This recall relates to previous recalls 09v-240 and 10v-069. analysis of these recalls has shown that after the receiving the remedies, the axles may still crack. as such, mack trucks will replace the affected axles on any mr and le models configured as front-loader or side-loader refuse trucks. axles on all other mr and le models will receive a mag-particle inspection and mack will replace any affected axle beams free of charge. the safety recall began on march 30, 2012. owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Mack trucks' recall number is sc0361.customers may 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 |