Mack R Series 1982

Model R Series made in 1982 by Mack got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsuspension, vehicle speed control.

Model 1982

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
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.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES
86V007000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 09/01/1981 to 11/01/1984V (Vehicle)2676006/27/1986MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC01/17/198601/22/1986
Defect SummaryThe accelerator rod hole clearance is not adequate and can cause the accelerator linkage to bind. consequence of defect: if binding occurs while in a full throttle position, accelerator control would be lost without warning and an accident could occur.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryEnlarge the accelerator rod hole to eliminate interference within accelerator linkage.
NotesSystem: acceleration control linkage. vehicle description: heavy duty trucks with e6 engines.