Mack R Series 1983

Model R Series made in 1983 by Mack got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, vehicle speed control.

Model 1983

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
84V033000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 11/01/1983 to 02/01/1984V (Vehicle)439311/05/1984MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC03/22/198404/05/1984
Defect SummaryImproper steering clamp bolts and torque applied during installation. the bolt could fail, allowing the steering yoke to become loose.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInspection and, if necessary, installation of proper steering shaft clamp bolts tightened to specifications.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; shaft clamp bolts.consequences of defect: this can lead to complete loss of steering controlwithout warning and possible vehicle crash.
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.